CVE-2019-17064: Null Pointer Dereference

Published Oct 1, 2019
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Updated

Catalog.cc in Xpdf 4.02 has a NULL pointer dereference because Catalog.pageLabels is initialized too late in the Catalog constructor.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Glyphandcog Xpdfreader=4.02

Event History

Oct 1, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:22 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:22 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2019-17064?

CVE-2019-17064 is classified as a low severity vulnerability due to its nature of causing a NULL pointer dereference.

2

How do I fix CVE-2019-17064?

To fix CVE-2019-17064, you should upgrade to a newer version of Xpdf that addresses this vulnerability.

3

What types of systems are affected by CVE-2019-17064?

CVE-2019-17064 affects Xpdf version 4.02 specifically on any supported systems using this version.

4

What impact does CVE-2019-17064 have on users?

The impact of CVE-2019-17064 includes potential crashes of the Xpdf application when certain PDF files are processed.

5

Is CVE-2019-17064 an easily exploitable vulnerability?

CVE-2019-17064 is not considered easily exploitable as it requires specific conditions related to the processing of PDF files.

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