Vulnerability Description
Multiple buffer overflows in the psscan function in ps.c for gv (ghostview) allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a Postscript file with a long (1) BoundingBox, (2) comment, (3) Orientation, (4) PageOrder, or (5) Pages value.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gv | Gv | 2.7.6 |
References
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=109267677114331&w=2
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/10944ExploitVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/17019
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=109267677114331&w=2
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/10944ExploitVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/17019
FAQ
What is CVE-2004-1717?
CVE-2004-1717 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Multiple buffer overflows in the psscan function in ps.c for gv (ghostview) allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a Postscript file with a long (1) BoundingBox, (2) comment, (3) Orienta...
How severe is CVE-2004-1717?
CVE-2004-1717 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2004-1717?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Gv Gv.