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5.5

Xpdf 4.01.01 may crash from processing error

CVE-2019-10022 · published 7 years ago
Summary

The Xpdf document viewer version 4.01.01 can encounter a programming mistake that causes it to stop working when handling certain files. This could lead to the application closing unexpectedly, potentially interrupting work. Upgrade to a newer Xpdf release or apply the provided fix to prevent the crash.

What to do

The CVE record does not list a fixed version. Check the vendor's site or the advisory links below - a fix may already be released.

Affected software
VendorProductAffected versions
xpdfreader xpdf 4.01.01
cpe:2.3:a:xpdfreader:xpdf:4.01.01:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
Original advisory text
An issue was discovered in Xpdf 4.01.01. There is a NULL pointer dereference in the function Gfx::opSetExtGState in Gfx.cc.
An issue was discovered in Xpdf 4.01.01. There is a NULL pointer dereference in the function Gfx::opSetExtGState in Gfx.cc.
References
Fix within
Internet-facing 60 days
Internal At next upgrade
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Needs hands-on effort to exploit (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker partial control (estimated)
Severity
5.5 Medium
Exploitation
<1% chance of attack within 30 days
Type
CWE-476NULL Pointer Dereference
Timeline
Published25 Mar 2019
Updated4 Nov 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-2019-10022 · NVD
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