Learn about CVE-2019-5795, an integer overflow vulnerability in Google Chrome versions before 73.0.3683.75, allowing remote attackers to exploit PDFium through crafted PDF files.
A vulnerability in Google Chrome prior to version 73.0.3683.75 allowed remote attackers to exploit an integer overflow in PDFium through a crafted PDF file, potentially leading to out-of-bounds memory access.
Understanding CVE-2019-5795
This CVE entry describes a specific security vulnerability in Google Chrome that could be exploited by attackers to compromise systems.
What is CVE-2019-5795?
CVE-2019-5795 is an integer overflow vulnerability in PDFium in Google Chrome versions before 73.0.3683.75. By manipulating a PDF file, remote attackers could trigger out-of-bounds memory access.
The Impact of CVE-2019-5795
The vulnerability could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service by exploiting the integer overflow in PDFium.
Technical Details of CVE-2019-5795
This section provides more in-depth technical details about the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
An integer overflow in PDFium in Google Chrome versions prior to 73.0.3683.75 could be exploited by a remote attacker through a carefully crafted PDF file, leading to potential out-of-bounds memory access.
Affected Systems and Versions
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability could be exploited by a remote attacker through a specially crafted PDF file, leveraging the integer overflow in PDFium.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protecting systems from CVE-2019-5795 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.
Immediate Steps to Take
Long-Term Security Practices
Patching and Updates
Ensure timely installation of security patches and updates for Google Chrome to address CVE-2019-5795.