Vulnerability Description
Stack-based buffer overflow in the parser function in GhostScript 8.70 and 8.64 allows context-dependent attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted PostScript file.
CVSS Score
9.3
HIGH
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Artifex | Gpl Ghostscript | 8.64 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2010-08/msg00001.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/39753
- http://secunia.com/advisories/40580
- http://www.checkpoint.com/defense/advisories/public/2010/cpai-10-May.html
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2010:102
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/511243/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/40103
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1024003
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-961-1
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2010/1138
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2010/1195
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2010-08/msg00001.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/39753
- http://secunia.com/advisories/40580
- http://www.checkpoint.com/defense/advisories/public/2010/cpai-10-May.html
FAQ
What is CVE-2010-1869?
CVE-2010-1869 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). Stack-based buffer overflow in the parser function in GhostScript 8.70 and 8.64 allows context-dependent attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted PostScript file.
How severe is CVE-2010-1869?
CVE-2010-1869 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 9.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2010-1869?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Artifex Gpl Ghostscript.