CVE-2024-2971
CVE-2024-2971 is a low-severity vulnerability in Xpdfreader Xpdf with a CVSS 3.x base score of 2.9. 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-787.
Key facts
- Severity: Low (CVSS 3.x base score 2.9)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (7th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2024-27911
- Weakness: CWE-787
- Affected product: Xpdfreader Xpdf
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
Out-of-bounds array write in Xpdf 4.05 and earlier, triggered by negative object number in indirect reference in the input PDF file.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2024-2971?
- Out-of-bounds array write in Xpdf 4.05 and earlier, triggered by negative object number in indirect reference in the input PDF file.
- How severe is CVE-2024-2971?
- CVE-2024-2971 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 2.9, rated low severity. It is exploitable over local access with high attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity none, and availability low.
- Is CVE-2024-2971 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (7th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2024-2971?
- CVE-2024-2971 affects Xpdfreader Xpdf. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2024-2971?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
- Does CVE-2024-2971 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
- Yes. CVE-2024-2971 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-27911.
- When was CVE-2024-2971 published?
- CVE-2024-2971 was published on 2024-03-26 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:xpdfreader:xpdf:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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