Vulnerability Description
t1lib 5.1.2 and earlier, as used in Xpdf before 3.02pl6, teTeX, and other products, uses an invalid pointer in conjunction with a dereference operation, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted Type 1 font in a PDF document, as demonstrated by testz.2184122398.pdf.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| T1Lib | T1Lib | <= 5.1.2 |
| Foolabs | Xpdf | 0.5a |
| Glyphandcog | Xpdfreader | <= 3.02 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2012-1201.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/43823Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/47347
- http://secunia.com/advisories/48985
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/8171
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1025266
- http://www.foolabs.com/xpdf/download.htmlPatch
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/376500US Government Resource
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/MAPG-8ECL8XUS Government Resource
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2012:002
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2012:144
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/517205/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/46941
- http://www.toucan-system.com/advisories/tssa-2011-01.txt
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-1316-1
FAQ
What is CVE-2011-0764?
CVE-2011-0764 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.8 (MEDIUM). t1lib 5.1.2 and earlier, as used in Xpdf before 3.02pl6, teTeX, and other products, uses an invalid pointer in conjunction with a dereference operation, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitr...
How severe is CVE-2011-0764?
CVE-2011-0764 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2011-0764?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: T1Lib T1Lib, Foolabs Xpdf, Glyphandcog Xpdfreader.