REDHAT-BUG-1626618
First published: Fri Sep 07 2018(Updated: )
A flaw was found in Poppler 0.68.0, the Parser::getObj() function in Parser.cc may cause infinite recursion via a crafted file. A remote attacker can leverage this for a DoS attack. References: <a class="bz_bug_link bz_status_CLOSED bz_closed bz_public " title="CLOSED ERRATA - poppler: Infinite recursion in poppler/Parser.cc:Parser::getObj() function" href="show_bug.cgi?id=1622951">https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1622951</a>
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Poppler Utilities |
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Reference Links
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1622951
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1626621
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1626620
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2019:2022
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/cve-2018-16646
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1626618
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-1626618?
REDHAT-BUG-1626618 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability due to potential infinite recursion.
How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-1626618?
To fix REDHAT-BUG-1626618, update Poppler to the latest version where the vulnerability has been patched.
What impact does REDHAT-BUG-1626618 have on system security?
REDHAT-BUG-1626618 can allow a remote attacker to trigger a denial of service by exploiting the vulnerability.
Which versions of Poppler are affected by REDHAT-BUG-1626618?
Poppler version 0.68.0 is specifically noted as affected by REDHAT-BUG-1626618.
Is there any workaround for REDHAT-BUG-1626618?
Currently, there are no known workarounds for REDHAT-BUG-1626618 aside from applying the necessary software updates.
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