CVE-2015-8106
UnknownEPSS 3.56%
Last modified
CVE-2015-8106 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Format string vulnerability in the CmdKeywords function in funct1.c in latex2rtf before 2.3.10 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via format string specifiers in the \keywords command in a crafted TeX file.. EPSS estimates a 3.56% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Format string vulnerability in the CmdKeywords function in funct1.c in latex2rtf before 2.3.10 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via format string specifiers in the \keywords command in a crafted TeX file.
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Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Latex2rtf Project | Latex2rtf | 2.3.8 |
| Fedoraproject | Fedora | 22 |
| Fedoraproject | Fedora | 23 |
| Fedoraproject | Fedora | 24 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2015-8106?
Format string vulnerability in the CmdKeywords function in funct1.c in latex2rtf before 2.3.10 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via format string specifiers in the \keywords command in a crafted TeX file.
How severe is CVE-2015-8106?
Severity scoring for CVE-2015-8106 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.56% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2015-8106?
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