CVE-2017-15740: Buffer Overflow
First published: Sun Oct 22 2017(Updated: )
IrfanView 4.50 - 64bit with CADImage plugin version 12.0.0.5 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service via a crafted .dwg file, related to "Data from Faulting Address controls Code Flow starting at CADIMAGE+0x000000000033228e."
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IrfanView | =4.50 | |
| IrfanView | =12.0.0.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-15740?
CVE-2017-15740 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its ability to allow arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2017-15740?
To fix CVE-2017-15740, users should update IrfanView to version 4.51 or later, and ensure that the CADImage plugin is also updated.
What systems are affected by CVE-2017-15740?
CVE-2017-15740 affects IrfanView version 4.50 and CADImage plugin version 12.0.0.5 on 64-bit Windows systems.
What kind of attacks can CVE-2017-15740 enable?
CVE-2017-15740 can enable attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause denial of service attacks through specially crafted .dwg files.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2017-15740?
Currently, the best recommendation for CVE-2017-15740 is to update the affected software, as there are no known effective workarounds.
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