Segmentation Violation in XPDF Product by JHCLoos
CVE-2022-38233

5.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor: XPDF Project
Status: XPDF
Vendor: CVE Published:; 16 August 2022

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What is CVE-2022-38233?

A segmentation violation has been identified in the XPDF software, specifically within the DCTStream::readMCURow() function inStream.cc. This flaw may allow attackers to exploit the PDF processing capabilities of XPDF, leading to potential disruptions or unauthorized actions when handling specific PDF files. Users are advised to examine their XPDF versions and apply necessary updates to mitigate any risks associated with this vulnerability.

References

https://github.com/jhcloos/xpdf/issues/9

x_refsource_MISC

CVSS V3.1

Score:

5.5

Severity:

MEDIUM

Confidentiality:

None

Integrity:

None

Availability:

None

Attack Vector:

Local

Attack Complexity:

Low

Privileges Required:

None

User Interaction:

Required

Scope:

Unchanged

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Timeline

Vulnerability published
Aug 16, 2022
Vulnerability Reserved
Aug 15, 2022

CVE-2022-38233 Data

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