CVE-2017-2822

Description

An exploitable code execution vulnerability exists in the image rendering functionality of Lexmark Perceptive Document Filters 11.3.0.2400. A specifically crafted PDF can cause a function call on a corrupted DCTStream to occur, resulting in user controlled data being written to the stack. A maliciously crafted PDF file can be used to trigger this vulnerability.

Category

7.5
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.64%
Third-Party Advisory securityfocus.com Third-Party Advisory talosintelligence.com
Affected: Lexmark Perceptive Document Filters
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/100512 third party advisory vdb entry
https://www.talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2017-0323 third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-2822?
CVE-2017-2822 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2017-2822?
To fix CVE-2017-2822, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2017-2822 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2017-2822 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~1% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2017-2822?
CVE-2017-2822 affects Lexmark Perceptive Document Filters.
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