CVE-2024-29506
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 0.91%
Last modified
CVE-2024-29506 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Artifex Ghostscript before 10.03.0 has a stack-based buffer overflow in the pdfi_apply_filter() function via a long PDF filter name.. EPSS estimates a 0.91% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Artifex Ghostscript before 10.03.0 has a stack-based buffer overflow in the pdfi_apply_filter() function via a long PDF filter name.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Artifex | Ghostscript | < 10.03.0 |
References
- https://bugs.ghostscript.com/show_bug.cgi?id=707510Issue Tracking
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2024/07/03/7Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://bugs.ghostscript.com/show_bug.cgi?id=707510Issue Tracking
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2024/07/03/7Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-29506?
Artifex Ghostscript before 10.03.0 has a stack-based buffer overflow in the pdfi_apply_filter() function via a long PDF filter name.
How severe is CVE-2024-29506?
CVE-2024-29506 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.91% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-29506?
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-2024-29506?
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