CVE-2014-9745
UnknownEPSS 3.73%
Last modified
CVE-2014-9745 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The parse_encoding function in type1/t1load.c in FreeType before 2.5.3 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop) via a "broken number-with-base" in a Postscript stream, as demonstrated by 8#garbage.. EPSS estimates a 3.73% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The parse_encoding function in type1/t1load.c in FreeType before 2.5.3 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop) via a "broken number-with-base" in a Postscript stream, as demonstrated by 8#garbage.
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Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Freetype | Freetype | <= 2.5.2 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 7.0 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 8.0 |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 12.04 |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 14.04 |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 15.04 |
| Opensuse | Opensuse | 13.1 |
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Timeline
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- Status
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2014-9745?
The parse_encoding function in type1/t1load.c in FreeType before 2.5.3 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop) via a "broken number-with-base" in a Postscript stream, as demonstrated by 8#garbage.
How severe is CVE-2014-9745?
Severity scoring for CVE-2014-9745 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.73% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2014-9745?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2014-9745?
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