PatchTheCVECVE-2019-17063: In Snowtide PDFxStream before 3.7.1 (for Java), a crafted PDF file can trigger an extremely long running compu
CVE-2019-17063 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 5.5) affecting pdfxstream. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
In Snowtide PDFxStream before 3.7.1 (for Java), a crafted PDF file can trigger an extremely long running computation because of page-tree mishandling.
Why this priority
- No elevated risk signals yet
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 5.5 (Medium) |
| Attack vector | Local |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | Required |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.8% (top 44%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Published | 2019-10-01 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2019-17063?
pdfxstream: upgrade to 3.7.1. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2019-17063 being exploited?
CVE-2019-17063 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2019-17063 affect?
CVE-2019-17063 affects pdfxstream. Severity is medium (CVSS 5.5). In Snowtide PDFxStream before 3.7.1 (for Java), a crafted PDF file can trigger an extremely long running computation because of page-tree mishandling.
How urgent is CVE-2019-17063?
Priority 33/100. No elevated risk signals yet.