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CVE-2017-9835

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CVE-2017-9835 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The gs_alloc_ref_array function in psi/ialloc.c in Artifex Ghostscript 9.21 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (heap-based buffer overflow and application crash) or possibly have unspecified other impact via a crafted PostScript document. This is related to a lack of an integer overflow check in base/gsalloc.c.. EPSS estimates a 2.69% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The gs_alloc_ref_array function in psi/ialloc.c in Artifex Ghostscript 9.21 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (heap-based buffer overflow and application crash) or possibly have unspecified other impact via a crafted PostScript document. This is related to a lack of an integer overflow check in base/gsalloc.c.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
2.69%

83.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
ArtifexGhostscript9.21
DebianDebian Linux8.0
DebianDebian Linux9.0

References

Timeline

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Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-9835?
The gs_alloc_ref_array function in psi/ialloc.c in Artifex Ghostscript 9.21 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (heap-based buffer overflow and application crash) or possibly have unspecified other impact via a crafted PostScript document. This is related to a lack of an integer overflow check in base/gsalloc.c.
How severe is CVE-2017-9835?
Severity scoring for CVE-2017-9835 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.69% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-9835?
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