Vulnerability Description
A vulnerability classified as problematic was found in Apryse iText 8.0.2. This vulnerability affects the function main of the file PdfDocument.java. The manipulation leads to improper validation of array index. The attack can be initiated remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The real existence of this vulnerability is still doubted at the moment. The identifier of this vulnerability is VDB-246124. NOTE: The vendor was contacted early about this disclosure but did not respond in any way. A statement published afterwards explains that the exception is not a vulnerability and the identified CWEs might not apply to the software.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Itextpdf | Itext | 8.0.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1OBAeGH_rNfa1os6g6QlIt4pL-2NKHZm_?usp=shaExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://kb.itextpdf.com/itext/statement-regarding-cve-2022-24198-and-2023-6298Third Party Advisory
- https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.246124Third Party Advisory
- https://vuldb.com/?id.246124Third Party Advisory
- https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1OBAeGH_rNfa1os6g6QlIt4pL-2NKHZm_?usp=shaExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://kb.itextpdf.com/itext/statement-regarding-cve-2022-24198-and-2023-6298Third Party Advisory
- https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.246124Third Party Advisory
- https://vuldb.com/?id.246124Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2023-6298?
CVE-2023-6298 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). A vulnerability classified as problematic was found in Apryse iText 8.0.2. This vulnerability affects the function main of the file PdfDocument.java. The manipulation leads to improper validation of a...
How severe is CVE-2023-6298?
CVE-2023-6298 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2023-6298?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Itextpdf Itext.