CVE-2019-5042
CVE-2019-5042 is a high-severity vulnerability in Aspose Aspose.pdf For C++ with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-416.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 8.8)
- CVSS v2: 6.5
- EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (79th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-416
- Affected product: Aspose Aspose.pdf For C++
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
An exploitable Use-After-Free vulnerability exists in the way FunctionType 0 PDF elements are processed in Aspose.PDF 19.2 for C++. A specially crafted PDF can cause a dangling heap pointer, resulting in a use-after-free. An attacker can send a malicious PDF to trigger this vulnerability.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2019-5042?
- An exploitable Use-After-Free vulnerability exists in the way FunctionType 0 PDF elements are processed in Aspose.PDF 19.2 for C++. A specially crafted PDF can cause a dangling heap pointer, resulting in a use-after-free. An attacker can send a malicious PDF to trigger this vulnerability.
- How severe is CVE-2019-5042?
- CVE-2019-5042 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2019-5042 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (79th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2019-5042?
- CVE-2019-5042 affects Aspose Aspose.pdf For C++. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2019-5042?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
- When was CVE-2019-5042 published?
- CVE-2019-5042 was published on 2019-09-18 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:aspose:aspose.pdf_for_c\+\+:19.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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