CVE-2013-4978

Name: CVE-2013-4978
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2014-02-05T15:10:05.393+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 8.17%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2013-4978 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Stack-based buffer overflow in AloahaPDFViewer 5.0.0.7 and earlier in Aloaha PDF Suite FREE allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted PDF file.. EPSS estimates a 8.17% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Stack-based buffer overflow in AloahaPDFViewer 5.0.0.7 and earlier in Aloaha PDF Suite FREE allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted PDF file.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

8.17%

94.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-119

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Aloaha	Aloaha Pdf Suite Free	All versions
Aloaha	Aloahapdfviewer	<= 5.0.0.7

References

Timeline

Published: Feb 5, 2014
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2013-4978?

Stack-based buffer overflow in AloahaPDFViewer 5.0.0.7 and earlier in Aloaha PDF Suite FREE allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted PDF file.

How severe is CVE-2013-4978?

Severity scoring for CVE-2013-4978 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 8.17% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2013-4978?

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Source: NVD / NIST