REDHAT-BUG-613792
First published: Mon Jul 12 2010(Updated: )
A memory corruption vulnerability caused by long names was discovered [1] in Ghostscript 8.64 and earlier. A specially crafted PDF file could result in the execution of arbitrary code if opened or printed (i.e. via CUPS). This was corrected in upstream Ghostscript 8.70 [2], version 8.64 and previous are affected by this flaw (all the way back to Ghostscript 7.05). References: [1] <a href="http://bugs.ghostscript.com/show_bug.cgi?id=690523">http://bugs.ghostscript.com/show_bug.cgi?id=690523</a> [2] <a href="http://svn.ghostscript.com/viewvc?view=rev&revision=9797">http://svn.ghostscript.com/viewvc?view=rev&revision=9797</a>
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Artifex Ghostscript | <=8.64>=7.05 |
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Reference Links
- http://bugs.ghostscript.com/show_bug.cgi?id=690523
- http://svn.ghostscript.com/viewvc?view=rev&revision=9797
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2010-1869
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=582300
- http://thread.gmane.org/gmane.comp.security.oss.general/3184
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=613792#c0
- http://svn.ghostscript.com/viewvc?view=rev&revision=8805
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=613792
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-613792?
The severity of REDHAT-BUG-613792 is critical due to the potential for arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-613792?
To fix REDHAT-BUG-613792, upgrade to Ghostscript version 8.70 or newer.
What versions of Ghostscript are affected by REDHAT-BUG-613792?
Ghostscript versions up to and including 8.64 are affected by REDHAT-BUG-613792.
What type of vulnerability is REDHAT-BUG-613792?
REDHAT-BUG-613792 is a memory corruption vulnerability caused by long names in PDF files.
Can REDHAT-BUG-613792 be exploited through a crafted PDF file?
Yes, REDHAT-BUG-613792 can be exploited by opening or printing a specially crafted PDF file.
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