CVE-2023-6298

Public Exploit
Apryse iText PdfDocument.java main array index

Description

A vulnerability classified as problematic was found in Apryse iText 8.0.2. This vulnerability affects the function main of the file PdfDocument.java. The manipulation leads to improper validation of array index. The attack can be initiated remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The real existence of this vulnerability is still doubted at the moment. The identifier of this vulnerability is VDB-246124. NOTE: The vendor was contacted early about this disclosure but did not respond in any way. A statement published afterwards explains that the exception is not a vulnerability and the identified CWEs might not apply to the software.

Category

4.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.08%
Third-Party Advisory google.com Third-Party Advisory itextpdf.com Third-Party Advisory vuldb.com Third-Party Advisory vuldb.com
Affected: Apryse iText
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://vuldb.com/?id.246124 third party advisory vdb entry technical description
https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.246124 signature third party advisory permissions required
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1OBAeGH_rNfa1os6g6QlIt4pL-2NKHZm_?usp=sharing third party advisory exploit
https://kb.itextpdf.com/itext/statement-regarding-cve-2022-24198-and-2023-6298 third party advisory related

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-6298?
CVE-2023-6298 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-6298?
To fix CVE-2023-6298, 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-2023-6298 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2023-6298 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. 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-2023-6298?
CVE-2023-6298 affects Apryse iText.
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