Vulnerability Description
The mem_get_bits_rectangle function in base/gdevmem.c in Artifex Software, Inc. Ghostscript 9.20 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and application crash) via a crafted file.
CVSS Score
5.5
MEDIUM
CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Artifex | Ghostscript | 9.20 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-3838
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98665
- https://bugs.ghostscript.com/show_bug.cgi?id=697548ExploitIssue TrackingPatch
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201708-06
- http://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-3838
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98665
- https://bugs.ghostscript.com/show_bug.cgi?id=697548ExploitIssue TrackingPatch
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201708-06
FAQ
What is CVE-2017-5951?
CVE-2017-5951 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). The mem_get_bits_rectangle function in base/gdevmem.c in Artifex Software, Inc. Ghostscript 9.20 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and application crash) v...
How severe is CVE-2017-5951?
CVE-2017-5951 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2017-5951?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Artifex Ghostscript.