CVE-2024-3247

Public Exploit
Stack overflow in Xpdf 4.05 due to object loop in PDF object stream

Description

In Xpdf 4.05 (and earlier), a PDF object loop in an object stream leads to infinite recursion and a stack overflow.

Category

2.9
CVSS
Severity: Low
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.03%
Vendor Advisory xpdfreader.com
Affected: Xpdf Xpdf
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://forum.xpdfreader.com/viewtopic.php?t=43597 vendor advisory exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-3247?
CVE-2024-3247 has been scored as a low severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-3247?
To fix CVE-2024-3247, 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-2024-3247 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2024-3247 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-2024-3247?
CVE-2024-3247 affects Xpdf Xpdf.
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