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CVE-2019-10216

In ghostscript before version 9.50, the .buildfont1 procedure did not properly secure its privileged calls, enabling scripts to bypass `-dSAFER` restrictions. An attacker could abuse this flaw by creating a specially crafted PostScript file that could escalate privileges and access files outside of restricted areas.

Severity
High 7.8
Published
27 Nov 2019
Last changed
17 Jun 2026
Added to UpHeron
1 Nov 2026
Fixed in
9.50
Exploit chance
2.3% in the next 30 daysHigher than 83% of CVEs. EPSS by FIRST, 10 Nov 2026
Sources
NVD

Affected software

SoftwareAffected versions
GhostscriptServers and applications · cpe:a:artifex:ghostscript
  • Every version before 9.50

References

  • NVD https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2019-10216
  • CVE.org https://www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2019-10216