CVE-2018-17338
UnknownEPSS 1.25%
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CVE-2018-17338 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. An issue has been found in pdfalto through 0.2. It is a heap-based buffer overflow in the function TextPage::dump in XmlAltoOutputDev.cc.. EPSS estimates a 1.25% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue has been found in pdfalto through 0.2. It is a heap-based buffer overflow in the function TextPage::dump in XmlAltoOutputDev.cc.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Pdfalto Project | Pdfalto | <= 0.2 |
References
- https://github.com/kermitt2/pdfalto/issues/29Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/kermitt2/pdfalto/issues/29Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-17338?
An issue has been found in pdfalto through 0.2. It is a heap-based buffer overflow in the function TextPage::dump in XmlAltoOutputDev.cc.
How severe is CVE-2018-17338?
Severity scoring for CVE-2018-17338 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.25% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-17338?
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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