CVE-2026-54530
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.12%
Last modified
CVE-2026-54530 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. pypdf is a free and open-source pure-python PDF library. Prior to 6.13.0, an attacker who uses this vulnerability can craft a PDF which leads to an infinite loop. EPSS estimates a 0.12% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
pypdf is a free and open-source pure-python PDF library. Prior to 6.13.0, an attacker who uses this vulnerability can craft a PDF which leads to an infinite loop. This requires extracting the text in layout mode. This vulnerability is fixed in 6.13.0.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Pypdf Project | Pypdf | < 6.13.0 |
References
- https://github.com/py-pdf/pypdf/pull/3830Issue Tracking, Patch
- https://github.com/py-pdf/pypdf/releases/tag/6.13.0Patch, Release Notes
- https://github.com/py-pdf/pypdf/security/advisories/GHSA-52x6-gq3r-vpf4Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-54530?
pypdf is a free and open-source pure-python PDF library. Prior to 6.13.0, an attacker who uses this vulnerability can craft a PDF which leads to an infinite loop. This requires extracting the text in layout mode. This vulnerability is fixed in 6.13.0.
How severe is CVE-2026-54530?
CVE-2026-54530 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.12% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-54530?
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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