CVE-2022-43071
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.33%
Last modified
CVE-2022-43071 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. A stack overflow in the Catalog::readPageLabelTree2(Object*) function of XPDF v4.04 allows attackers to cause a Denial of Service (DoS) via a crafted PDF file.. EPSS estimates a 0.33% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A stack overflow in the Catalog::readPageLabelTree2(Object*) function of XPDF v4.04 allows attackers to cause a Denial of Service (DoS) via a 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Xpdfreader | Xpdf | 4.04 |
References
- https://forum.xpdfreader.com/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=42349&p=43959#p43959Exploit, Vendor Advisory
- https://forum.xpdfreader.com/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=42349&p=43959#p43959Exploit, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-43071?
A stack overflow in the Catalog::readPageLabelTree2(Object*) function of XPDF v4.04 allows attackers to cause a Denial of Service (DoS) via a crafted PDF file.
How severe is CVE-2022-43071?
CVE-2022-43071 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.33% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-43071?
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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