CVE-2017-15247: 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 "Data from Faulting Address controls Branch Selection starting at PDF!xmlParserInputRead+0x00000000001168a1."
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-2017-15247?
CVE-2017-15247 has been classified as a denial of service vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2017-15247?
To fix CVE-2017-15247, update IrfanView to the latest version and ensure that the PDF plugin is also updated.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2017-15247?
CVE-2017-15247 affects IrfanView version 4.44 (32bit) and PDF plugin version 4.43.
What attack vectors are associated with CVE-2017-15247?
CVE-2017-15247 allows attackers to cause a denial of service via a crafted PDF file.
What impact can CVE-2017-15247 have on my system?
CVE-2017-15247 can lead to denial of service and potentially unspecified other impacts.
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