CVE-2010-1932: Buffer Overflow
Published Jun 16, 2010
·Updated
Heap-based buffer overflow in XnView 1.97.4 and possibly earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a MultiBitMap (MBM) file with a Paint Data Section that contains a malformed Encoding field.
Affected Software
1 affected component
XnView xnview=1.97.4
Event History
Jun 16, 2010
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2010-1932?
CVE-2010-1932 has been classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow arbitrary code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2010-1932?
To mitigate CVE-2010-1932, users should update XnView to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.
3
What versions of XnView are affected by CVE-2010-1932?
CVE-2010-1932 affects XnView version 1.97.4 and possibly earlier versions.
4
What type of attack does CVE-2010-1932 enable?
CVE-2010-1932 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by exploiting a heap-based buffer overflow.
5
What file type is specifically associated with CVE-2010-1932?
CVE-2010-1932 is associated with MultiBitMap (MBM) files that contain a malformed Encoding field.