CVE-2008-0069: Buffer Overflow
Published Apr 2, 2008
·Updated
Stack-based buffer overflow in XnView 1.92 and 1.92.1 allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long FontName parameter in a slideshow (.sld) file, a different vector than CVE-2008-1461.
Affected Software
2 affected components
Pierreegougelet Xnview<=1.92
Pierreegougelet Xnview<=1.92.1
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Apr 2, 2008
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2008-0069?
CVE-2008-0069 has been classified with a high severity due to the potential for remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2008-0069?
To fix CVE-2008-0069, update XnView to version 1.92.2 or later.
3
What software is affected by CVE-2008-0069?
CVE-2008-0069 affects XnView versions 1.92 and 1.92.1.
4
What type of attack does CVE-2008-0069 facilitate?
CVE-2008-0069 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code on a victim's machine.
5
Is CVE-2008-0069 a zero-day vulnerability?
CVE-2008-0069 is not considered a zero-day vulnerability as it was disclosed publicly in 2008.