CVE-2023-3436

Deadlock in Xpdf 4.04 due to PDF object stream references

Description

Xpdf 4.04 will deadlock on a PDF object stream whose "Length" field is itself in another object stream.

Categories

3.3
CVSS
Severity: Low
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.01%
Affected: Xpdf Xpdf
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://forum.xpdfreader.com/viewtopic.php?t=42618 issue tracking

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-3436?
CVE-2023-3436 has been scored as a low severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-3436?
To fix CVE-2023-3436, 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-2023-3436 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-3436 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2023-3436?
CVE-2023-3436 affects Xpdf Xpdf.
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