CVE-2017-8908

Name: CVE-2017-8908
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-05-12T07:29:00.28+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.15%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-8908 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The mark_line_tr function in gxscanc.c in Artifex Ghostscript 9.21 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read) via a crafted PostScript document.. EPSS estimates a 1.15% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The mark_line_tr function in gxscanc.c in Artifex Ghostscript 9.21 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read) via a crafted PostScript document.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.15%

62.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-125

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Artifex	Ghostscript	9.21

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98427
https://bugs.ghostscript.com/show_bug.cgi?id=697810Issue Tracking, Patch
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98427
https://bugs.ghostscript.com/show_bug.cgi?id=697810Issue Tracking, Patch

Timeline

Published: May 12, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-8908?

The mark_line_tr function in gxscanc.c in Artifex Ghostscript 9.21 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read) via a crafted PostScript document.

How severe is CVE-2017-8908?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-8908 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.15% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-8908?

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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Source: NVD / NIST