CVE-2016-10221
MEDIUMCVSS 4.3/10EPSS 1.38%
Last modified
CVE-2016-10221 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.3/10 on the CVSS scale. The count_entries function in pdf-layer.c in Artifex Software, Inc. MuPDF 1.10a allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (stack consumption and application crash) via a crafted PDF document.. EPSS estimates a 1.38% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The count_entries function in pdf-layer.c in Artifex Software, Inc. MuPDF 1.10a allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (stack consumption and application crash) via a crafted PDF document.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:L
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Artifex | Mupdf | 1.10a |
References
- https://bugs.ghostscript.com/show_bug.cgi?id=697400Exploit, Issue Tracking
- https://bugs.ghostscript.com/show_bug.cgi?id=697400Exploit, Issue Tracking
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-10221?
The count_entries function in pdf-layer.c in Artifex Software, Inc. MuPDF 1.10a allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (stack consumption and application crash) via a crafted PDF document.
How severe is CVE-2016-10221?
CVE-2016-10221 has a CVSS score of 4.3/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.38% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-10221?
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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