CVE-2022-45587
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.32%
Last modified
CVE-2022-45587 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Stack overflow vulnerability in function gmalloc in goo/gmem.cc in xpdf 4.04, allows local attackers to cause a denial of service.. EPSS estimates a 0.32% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Stack overflow vulnerability in function gmalloc in goo/gmem.cc in xpdf 4.04, allows local attackers to cause a denial of service.
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?t=42361Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://forum.xpdfreader.com/viewtopic.php?t=42361Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-45587?
Stack overflow vulnerability in function gmalloc in goo/gmem.cc in xpdf 4.04, allows local attackers to cause a denial of service.
How severe is CVE-2022-45587?
CVE-2022-45587 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.32% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-45587?
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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