CVE-2020-21710
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.62%
Last modified
CVE-2020-21710 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. A divide by zero issue discovered in eps_print_page in gdevepsn.c in Artifex Software GhostScript 9.50 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via opening of crafted PDF file.. EPSS estimates a 0.62% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A divide by zero issue discovered in eps_print_page in gdevepsn.c in Artifex Software GhostScript 9.50 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via opening of crafted PDF file.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Artifex | Ghostscript | 9.50 |
References
- https://bugs.ghostscript.com/show_bug.cgi?id=701843Exploit, Issue Tracking, Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://bugs.ghostscript.com/show_bug.cgi?id=701843Exploit, Issue Tracking, Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-21710?
A divide by zero issue discovered in eps_print_page in gdevepsn.c in Artifex Software GhostScript 9.50 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via opening of crafted PDF file.
How severe is CVE-2020-21710?
CVE-2020-21710 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.62% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-21710?
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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