CVE-2016-8674
UnknownEPSS 1.38%
Last modified
CVE-2016-8674 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The pdf_to_num function in pdf-object.c in MuPDF before 1.10 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (use-after-free and application crash) via a crafted file.. EPSS estimates a 1.38% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The pdf_to_num function in pdf-object.c in MuPDF before 1.10 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (use-after-free and application crash) via a crafted file.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Artifex | Mupdf | <= 1.9a |
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/10/16/8Mailing List, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93127Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://blogs.gentoo.org/ago/2016/09/22/mupdf-use-after-free-in-pdf_to_num-pdf-object-c/Patch, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://bugs.ghostscript.com/show_bug.cgi?id=697015Issue Tracking, Patch
- https://bugs.ghostscript.com/show_bug.cgi?id=697019Issue Tracking, Patch
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1385685Issue Tracking, Patch
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/10/16/8Mailing List, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93127Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://blogs.gentoo.org/ago/2016/09/22/mupdf-use-after-free-in-pdf_to_num-pdf-object-c/Patch, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://bugs.ghostscript.com/show_bug.cgi?id=697015Issue Tracking, Patch
- https://bugs.ghostscript.com/show_bug.cgi?id=697019Issue Tracking, Patch
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1385685Issue Tracking, Patch
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-8674?
The pdf_to_num function in pdf-object.c in MuPDF before 1.10 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (use-after-free and application crash) via a crafted file.
How severe is CVE-2016-8674?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-8674 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.38% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-8674?
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-2016-8674?
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