CVE-2017-18185
UnknownEPSS 1.08%
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CVE-2017-18185 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. An issue was discovered in QPDF before 7.0.0. There is a large heap-based out-of-bounds read in the Pl_Buffer::write function in Pl_Buffer.cc. EPSS estimates a 1.08% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in QPDF before 7.0.0. There is a large heap-based out-of-bounds read in the Pl_Buffer::write function in Pl_Buffer.cc. It is caused by an integer overflow in the PNG filter.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Qpdf Project | Qpdf | < 7.0.0 |
References
- https://github.com/qpdf/qpdf/commit/ec7d74a386c0b2f38990079c3b0d2a2b30be0e71Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/qpdf/qpdf/issues/150Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/qpdf/qpdf/commit/ec7d74a386c0b2f38990079c3b0d2a2b30be0e71Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/qpdf/qpdf/issues/150Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-18185?
An issue was discovered in QPDF before 7.0.0. There is a large heap-based out-of-bounds read in the Pl_Buffer::write function in Pl_Buffer.cc. It is caused by an integer overflow in the PNG filter.
How severe is CVE-2017-18185?
Severity scoring for CVE-2017-18185 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.08% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-18185?
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-2017-18185?
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