Vulnerability Description
A vulnerability in the PDF parsing module of Clam AntiVirus (ClamAV) versions 1.4.0, 1.3.2 and prior versions, all 1.2.x versions, 1.0.6 and prior versions, all 0.105.x versions, all 0.104.x versions, and 0.103.11 and all prior versions could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to cause a denial of service (DoS) condition on an affected device. The vulnerability is due to an out of bounds read. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by submitting a crafted PDF file to be scanned by ClamAV on an affected device. An exploit could allow the attacker to terminate the scanning process.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Clamav | Clamav | < 0.103.12 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://blog.clamav.net/2024/09/clamav-141-132-107-and-010312-security.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2024/12/msg00004.html
FAQ
What is CVE-2024-20505?
CVE-2024-20505 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.0 (MEDIUM). A vulnerability in the PDF parsing module of Clam AntiVirus (ClamAV) versions 1.4.0, 1.3.2 and prior versions, all 1.2.x versions, 1.0.6 and prior versions, all 0.105.x versions, all 0.104.x versions,...
How severe is CVE-2024-20505?
CVE-2024-20505 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2024-20505?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Clamav Clamav.