An update for Ghostscript has been released for Fedora Linux 40, specifically version 10.02.1-14.fc40. This update addresses multiple security vulnerabilities identified by CVEs, including various buffer overflow issues that could potentially lead to system exploitation or unauthorized access to files.
The vulnerabilities include:
- Buffer overflows during glyph conversion to Unicode and issues with oversized Type 4 functions in PDF files.
- Compression buffer overflows and print buffer overflows in different Ghostscript devices.
- Access to arbitrary files due to truncated paths with invalid UTF-8 inputs.
- Problems with long TrueType font names and text buffers when handling long characters.
To install this update, users can execute the command using the "dnf" update program: `su -c 'dnf upgrade --advisory FEDORA-2025-3a7a29de24'`. All Fedora packages are signed with the Fedora Project GPG key to ensure authenticity.
For users and developers utilizing Ghostscript in their applications, it is crucial to apply this update promptly to mitigate the risks posed by these vulnerabilities. The Ghostscript package plays a significant role in handling PostScript and PDF documents, and keeping it updated is essential for maintaining document security and integrity.
In addition to the immediate importance of this update, it emphasizes the ongoing need for vigilance in software maintenance, particularly in relation to graphics processing and document rendering systems. Regular updates not only enhance security but also improve performance and compatibility with newer document standards. Users are encouraged to stay informed about future updates and security advisories in order to safeguard their systems and data effectively
The vulnerabilities include:
- Buffer overflows during glyph conversion to Unicode and issues with oversized Type 4 functions in PDF files.
- Compression buffer overflows and print buffer overflows in different Ghostscript devices.
- Access to arbitrary files due to truncated paths with invalid UTF-8 inputs.
- Problems with long TrueType font names and text buffers when handling long characters.
To install this update, users can execute the command using the "dnf" update program: `su -c 'dnf upgrade --advisory FEDORA-2025-3a7a29de24'`. All Fedora packages are signed with the Fedora Project GPG key to ensure authenticity.
For users and developers utilizing Ghostscript in their applications, it is crucial to apply this update promptly to mitigate the risks posed by these vulnerabilities. The Ghostscript package plays a significant role in handling PostScript and PDF documents, and keeping it updated is essential for maintaining document security and integrity.
In addition to the immediate importance of this update, it emphasizes the ongoing need for vigilance in software maintenance, particularly in relation to graphics processing and document rendering systems. Regular updates not only enhance security but also improve performance and compatibility with newer document standards. Users are encouraged to stay informed about future updates and security advisories in order to safeguard their systems and data effectively
Ghostscript update for Fedora 40
A ghostscript update has been released for Fedora Linux 40:
Fedora 40 Update: ghostscript-10.02.1-14.fc40
