CVE-2016-7978
UnknownEPSS 5.53%
Last modified
CVE-2016-7978 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Use-after-free vulnerability in Ghostscript 9.20 might allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via vectors related to a reference leak in .setdevice.. EPSS estimates a 5.53% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Use-after-free vulnerability in Ghostscript 9.20 might allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via vectors related to a reference leak in .setdevice.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Artifex | Ghostscript | 9.20 |
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/10/05/15Mailing List, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95336Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://bugs.ghostscript.com/show_bug.cgi?id=697179Issue Tracking, Patch
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/10/05/15Mailing List, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95336Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://bugs.ghostscript.com/show_bug.cgi?id=697179Issue Tracking, Patch
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-7978?
Use-after-free vulnerability in Ghostscript 9.20 might allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via vectors related to a reference leak in .setdevice.
How severe is CVE-2016-7978?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-7978 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 5.53% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-7978?
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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