CVE-2007-4343: Buffer Overflow
Published Oct 16, 2007
·Updated
Stack-based buffer overflow in IrfanView 3.99 and 4.00 allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted palette (.pal) file.
Affected Software
2 affected components
IrfanView IrfanView=3.99
IrfanView IrfanView=4.00
Remediation
Patch Available
Patch Available
Event History
Oct 16, 2007
CVE Published
11:17 PM
Oct 17, 2007
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2007-4343?
CVE-2007-4343 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2007-4343?
To fix CVE-2007-4343, update IrfanView to version 4.01 or later, which addresses this vulnerability.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2007-4343?
CVE-2007-4343 affects users of IrfanView versions 3.99 and 4.00.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2007-4343?
CVE-2007-4343 is a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability.
5
What can attackers achieve with CVE-2007-4343?
Attackers can execute arbitrary code on the victim's system by tricking users into opening a malicious palette file.