CVE-2017-15786: Buffer Overflow
First published: Sun Oct 22 2017(Updated: )
XnView Classic for Windows Version 2.43 allows attackers to cause a denial of service or possibly have unspecified other impact via a crafted .dwg file, related to a "Read Access Violation starting at CADImage+0x00000000001a78db."
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Xnview Xnview | =2.43 | |
| Microsoft Windows |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-15786?
The severity of CVE-2017-15786 is categorized as a denial of service vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2017-15786?
To fix CVE-2017-15786, upgrade XnView Classic to a version later than 2.43.
Which versions of XnView are affected by CVE-2017-15786?
CVE-2017-15786 affects XnView Classic version 2.43.
What is the impact of CVE-2017-15786?
CVE-2017-15786 can lead to denial of service or possibly other undefined impacts when handling crafted .dwg files.
Is Microsoft Windows affected by CVE-2017-15786?
Microsoft Windows itself is not vulnerable, but the vulnerability exists within XnView Classic.
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