Vulnerability Description
Buffer overflow in the BaseFont writer module in Ghostscript 8.62, and possibly other versions, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (ps2pdf crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted Postscript file.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ghostscript | Ghostscript | 8.62 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://bugs.ghostscript.com/show_bug.cgi?id=690211
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2009-06/msg00003.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/34667
- http://secunia.com/advisories/34729
- http://secunia.com/advisories/34732
- http://secunia.com/advisories/35416
- http://secunia.com/advisories/35559
- http://secunia.com/advisories/35569
- http://sunsolve.sun.com/search/document.do?assetkey=1-26-262288-1
- http://wiki.rpath.com/Advisories:rPSA-2009-0060
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2009:095
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2009/04/01/10
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2009-0421.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/502757/100/0/threaded
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/1708
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-6679?
CVE-2008-6679 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). Buffer overflow in the BaseFont writer module in Ghostscript 8.62, and possibly other versions, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (ps2pdf crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code ...
How severe is CVE-2008-6679?
CVE-2008-6679 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-6679?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ghostscript Ghostscript.