CVE-2017-14279: Buffer Overflow
First published: Mon Sep 11 2017(Updated: )
XnView Classic for Windows Version 2.40 allows attackers to cause a denial of service or possibly have unspecified other impact via a crafted .jb2 file, related to a "Read Access Violation starting at jbig2dec+0x0000000000005643."
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| XnView | =2.40 | |
| Microsoft Windows Operating System |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-14279?
CVE-2017-14279 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2017-14279?
To mitigate CVE-2017-14279, users should upgrade to a newer version of XnView Classic beyond 2.40.
What is the impact of CVE-2017-14279?
The impact of CVE-2017-14279 includes potential denial of service or unspecified other impacts when processing a crafted .jb2 file.
Which versions of XnView are affected by CVE-2017-14279?
CVE-2017-14279 specifically affects XnView Classic version 2.40.
What type of files are involved in CVE-2017-14279?
CVE-2017-14279 involves crafted .jb2 files that can trigger the vulnerability.
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