CVE-2024-3900
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.18%
Last modified
CVE-2024-3900 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Out-of-bounds array write in Xpdf 4.05 and earlier, triggered by long Unicode sequence in ActualText. . EPSS estimates a 0.18% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Out-of-bounds array write in Xpdf 4.05 and earlier, triggered by long Unicode sequence in ActualText.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Xpdfreader | Xpdf | <= 4.05 |
References
- https://www.xpdfreader.com/security-bug/CVE-2024-3900.htmlVendor Advisory
- https://www.xpdfreader.com/security-bug/CVE-2024-3900.htmlVendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-3900?
Out-of-bounds array write in Xpdf 4.05 and earlier, triggered by long Unicode sequence in ActualText.
How severe is CVE-2024-3900?
CVE-2024-3900 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.18% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-3900?
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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