CVE-2020-23872
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 1.36%
Last modified
CVE-2020-23872 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. A NULL pointer dereference in the function TextPage::restoreState of pdf2xml v2.0 allows attackers to cause a denial of service (DoS).. EPSS estimates a 1.36% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A NULL pointer dereference in the function TextPage::restoreState of pdf2xml v2.0 allows attackers to cause a denial of service (DoS).
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Science-Miner | Pdf2xml | 2.0 |
References
- https://github.com/Aurorainfinity/Poc/tree/master/pdf2xmlExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/kermitt2/pdf2xml/issues/10Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/Aurorainfinity/Poc/tree/master/pdf2xmlExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/kermitt2/pdf2xml/issues/10Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-23872?
A NULL pointer dereference in the function TextPage::restoreState of pdf2xml v2.0 allows attackers to cause a denial of service (DoS).
How severe is CVE-2020-23872?
CVE-2020-23872 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.36% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-23872?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2020-23872?
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