CVE-2024-7868

Uninitialized variable in Xpdf 4.05 due to invalid JPEG header

Description

In Xpdf 4.05 (and earlier), invalid header info in a DCT (JPEG) stream can lead to an uninitialized variable in the DCT decoder. The proof-of-concept PDF file causes a segfault attempting to read from an invalid address.

Category

2.1
CVSS
Severity: Low
CVSS 4.0 •
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.03%
Vendor Advisory xpdfreader.com
Affected: Xpdf Xpdf
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.xpdfreader.com/security-bug/CVE-2024-7868.html vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-7868?
CVE-2024-7868 has been scored as a low severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-7868?
To fix CVE-2024-7868, 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-2024-7868 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-7868 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-2024-7868?
CVE-2024-7868 affects Xpdf Xpdf.
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