Xpdf · Xpdf · CVE-2019-13291
**Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions**
Xpdf version 4.01.01
**Description**
The issue is a heap-based buffer over-read in the `DCTStream::readScan()` function, located at `Stream.cc`. This can be triggered by sending a crafted PDF document to the `pdftops` tool, potentially allowing an attacker to cause Information Disclosure.
**Recommendations**
For Xpdf version 4.01.01, consider restricting the use of the `pdftops` tool until a patch is available, and avoid processing crafted PDF documents to minimize the risk of exploitation. At the moment, there is no information about a newer version that contains a fix for this vulnerability.