7.6
CWE
119
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2008-1461: Buffer Overflow

First published: Mon Mar 24 2008(Updated: )

Buffer overflow in XnView 1.92.1 allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long filename argument on the command line. NOTE: it is unclear whether there are common handler configurations in which this argument is controlled by an attacker.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
XnView=1.92.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2008-1461?

    CVE-2008-1461 is considered to be a critical vulnerability due to its ability to allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.

  • How do I fix CVE-2008-1461?

    To fix CVE-2008-1461, you should upgrade to a patched version of XnView that addresses this buffer overflow issue.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2008-1461?

    Users of XnView version 1.92.1 are affected by CVE-2008-1461, particularly those using command line arguments with long filenames.

  • What systems are vulnerable to CVE-2008-1461?

    CVE-2008-1461 affects systems running XnView version 1.92.1 on any platform.

  • Can CVE-2008-1461 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2008-1461 can be exploited remotely if a user is tricked into executing a crafted command containing a long filename.

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