CVE-2017-7207

Name: CVE-2017-7207
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-03-21T06:59:00.417+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.27%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-7207 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The mem_get_bits_rectangle function in Artifex Software, Inc. Ghostscript 9.20 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference) via a crafted PostScript document.. EPSS estimates a 2.27% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The mem_get_bits_rectangle function in Artifex Software, Inc. Ghostscript 9.20 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference) via a crafted PostScript document.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.27%

80.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-476

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Artifex	Ghostscript	9.20

References

http://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-3838
http://www.ghostscript.com/cgi-bin/findgit.cgi?309eca4e0a31ea70dcc844812691439312dad091Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96995Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1039071
https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2017:2180
https://bugs.ghostscript.com/show_bug.cgi?id=697676Issue Tracking, Patch
https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201708-06
http://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-3838
http://www.ghostscript.com/cgi-bin/findgit.cgi?309eca4e0a31ea70dcc844812691439312dad091Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96995Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1039071
https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2017:2180
https://bugs.ghostscript.com/show_bug.cgi?id=697676Issue Tracking, Patch
https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201708-06

Timeline

Published: Mar 21, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-7207?

The mem_get_bits_rectangle function in Artifex Software, Inc. Ghostscript 9.20 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference) via a crafted PostScript document.

How severe is CVE-2017-7207?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-7207 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.27% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-7207?

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-2017-7207?

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Source: NVD / NIST