CVE-2017-14520
UnknownEPSS 1.21%
Last modified
CVE-2017-14520 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. In Poppler 0.59.0, a floating point exception occurs in Splash::scaleImageYuXd() in Splash.cc, which may lead to a potential attack when handling malicious PDF files.. EPSS estimates a 1.21% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In Poppler 0.59.0, a floating point exception occurs in Splash::scaleImageYuXd() in Splash.cc, which may lead to a potential attack when handling malicious PDF files.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Freedesktop | Poppler | 0.59.0 |
References
- https://bugs.freedesktop.org/show_bug.cgi?id=102719Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://bugs.freedesktop.org/show_bug.cgi?id=102719Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-14520?
In Poppler 0.59.0, a floating point exception occurs in Splash::scaleImageYuXd() in Splash.cc, which may lead to a potential attack when handling malicious PDF files.
How severe is CVE-2017-14520?
Severity scoring for CVE-2017-14520 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.21% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-14520?
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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