USN-7213-1: poppler vulnerability
It was discovered that poppler incorrectly handled memory when opening certain PDF files. An attacker could possibly use this issue to cause denial of service or obtain sensitive information.
Affected Software
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of USN-7213-1?
The severity of USN-7213-1 is classified as potentially critical since it can lead to denial of service or exposure of sensitive information.
How do I fix USN-7213-1?
To fix USN-7213-1, upgrade the affected packages to the recommended versions available for your Ubuntu distribution.
Which Ubuntu versions are affected by USN-7213-1?
USN-7213-1 affects multiple versions of Ubuntu, including 24.10, 24.04, 22.04, 20.04, 18.04, and 16.04.
What packages are impacted by USN-7213-1?
The packages impacted by USN-7213-1 include libpoppler and poppler-utils for various Ubuntu versions.
Can USN-7213-1 lead to data exposure?
Yes, USN-7213-1 can potentially allow an attacker to obtain sensitive information when exploiting the vulnerability.