CVE-2017-15240: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Oct 11 2017(Updated: )
IrfanView version 4.44 (32bit) with PDF plugin version 4.43 allows attackers to cause a denial of service or possibly have unspecified other impact via a crafted .pdf file, related to a "Read Access Violation starting at PDF!xmlParserInputRead+0x0000000000132cef."
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IrfanView IrfanView | =4.44 | |
| Irfanview Pdf | =4.43 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-15240?
CVE-2017-15240 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability affecting IrfanView version 4.44 with the PDF plugin.
How do I mitigate CVE-2017-15240?
To mitigate CVE-2017-15240, you should upgrade to a later version of IrfanView and the PDF plugin that addresses this vulnerability.
What types of attacks can CVE-2017-15240 enable?
CVE-2017-15240 can allow attackers to cause a denial of service or potentially lead to other unspecified impacts through crafted PDF files.
Which versions of IrfanView are affected by CVE-2017-15240?
CVE-2017-15240 specifically affects IrfanView version 4.44 and PDF plugin version 4.43.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2017-15240?
Detailed information about CVE-2017-15240 can typically be found in official security advisories or GitHub repositories focused on security.
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