CVE-2013-3246: Buffer Overflow

Published Jan 2, 2020
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Updated

Stack-based buffer overflow in xnview.exe in XnView before 2.03 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted image layer in an XCF file.

Affected Software

1 affected component
XnView xnview<2.03

Event History

Jan 2, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:38 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:38 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2013-3246?

CVE-2013-3246 is a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability in XnView before version 2.03.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2013-3246?

CVE-2013-3246 has a severity level of 7.8 (high).

3

How does CVE-2013-3246 affect XnView?

CVE-2013-3246 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code in XnView before version 2.03 by exploiting a stack-based buffer overflow in xnview.exe.

4

What is the Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) ID for CVE-2013-3246?

CVE-2013-3246 has two CWE IDs: CWE-119 (Improper Restriction of Operations within the Bounds of a Memory Buffer) and CWE-787 (Out-of-bounds Write).

5

Are there any references for CVE-2013-3246?

Yes, below are the references for CVE-2013-3246: - http://www.fuzzmyapp.com/advisories/FMA-2013-003/FMA-2013-003-EN.xml - https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/84643

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