Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in Lexmark Perspective Document Filters
CVE-2016-4335

8.4HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Lexmark

Status
Perceptive Document Filters
Vendor
CVE Published:
6 January 2017

What is CVE-2016-4335?

A vulnerability exists in the Lexmark Perspective Document Filters affecting how XLS files are parsed. An attacker can craft a specific XLS document that, when processed, triggers a stack-based buffer overflow, enabling potential remote code execution. This flaw highlights the importance of maintaining updated software and being aware of potential risks associated with document handling.

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Affected Version(s)

Perceptive Document Filters

References

http://www.talosintelligence.com/reports/TALOS-2016-0172/
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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92425
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.4
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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