CVE-2018-8036
UnknownEPSS 4.83%
Last modified
CVE-2018-8036 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. In Apache PDFBox 1.8.0 to 1.8.14 and 2.0.0RC1 to 2.0.10, a carefully crafted (or fuzzed) file can trigger an infinite loop which leads to an out of memory exception in Apache PDFBox's AFMParser.. EPSS estimates a 4.83% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In Apache PDFBox 1.8.0 to 1.8.14 and 2.0.0RC1 to 2.0.10, a carefully crafted (or fuzzed) file can trigger an infinite loop which leads to an out of memory exception in Apache PDFBox's AFMParser.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apache | Pdfbox | > 1.8.0, <= 1.8.14 | — |
| Apache | Pdfbox | >= 2.0.0, <= 2.0.10 | — |
| Apache | Pdfbox | 2.0.0 | Rc1 |
References
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2018:2669Third Party Advisory
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2018:2669Third Party Advisory
Timeline
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- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-8036?
In Apache PDFBox 1.8.0 to 1.8.14 and 2.0.0RC1 to 2.0.10, a carefully crafted (or fuzzed) file can trigger an infinite loop which leads to an out of memory exception in Apache PDFBox's AFMParser.
How severe is CVE-2018-8036?
Severity scoring for CVE-2018-8036 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 4.83% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-8036?
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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