CVE-2017-15758: Buffer Overflow

Published Oct 22, 2017
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Updated

IrfanView 4.50 - 64bit with BabaCAD4Image plugin version 1.3 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service via a crafted .dwg file, related to "Data from Faulting Address controls subsequent Write Address starting at BabaCAD4Image!ShowPlugInOptions+0x000000000004d75b."

Affected Software

2 affected components
IrfanView Irfanview X64=4.50
IrfanView BabaCAD4Image=1.3

Event History

Oct 22, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-15758?

CVE-2017-15758 is considered a high severity vulnerability as it allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-15758?

To fix CVE-2017-15758, update IrfanView to version 4.50 or later and ensure that the BabaCAD4Image plugin is also updated to version 1.3 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2017-15758?

CVE-2017-15758 affects users of IrfanView 4.50 - 64bit and those using the BabaCAD4Image plugin version 1.3.

4

What type of attacks can be executed due to CVE-2017-15758?

CVE-2017-15758 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or launch a denial of service attack through crafted .dwg files.

5

When was CVE-2017-15758 discovered?

CVE-2017-15758 was discovered in 2017 and affects specific versions of IrfanView and the associated plugin.

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