CVE-2005-1142
UnknownEPSS 3.15%
Last modified
CVE-2005-1142 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Heap-based buffer overflow in the readpgm function in pnm.c for GOCR 0.40, when it is not using netpbm, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a P3 format PNM file with more data than implied by its width and height values.. EPSS estimates a 3.15% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Heap-based buffer overflow in the readpgm function in pnm.c for GOCR 0.40, when it is not using netpbm, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a P3 format PNM file with more data than implied by its width and height values.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gocr | Optical Character Recognition Utility | 0.3.2 |
| Gocr | Optical Character Recognition Utility | 0.3.4 |
| Gocr | Optical Character Recognition Utility | 0.37 |
| Gocr | Optical Character Recognition Utility | 0.39 |
| Gocr | Optical Character Recognition Utility | 0.40 |
References
- http://www.overflow.pl/adv/gocr.txtExploit, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.overflow.pl/adv/gocr.txtExploit, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2005-1142?
Heap-based buffer overflow in the readpgm function in pnm.c for GOCR 0.40, when it is not using netpbm, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a P3 format PNM file with more data than implied by its width and height values.
How severe is CVE-2005-1142?
Severity scoring for CVE-2005-1142 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.15% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2005-1142?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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