CVE-2017-15801: 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 .dll file that is mishandled during an attempt to render the DLL icon, related to "Data from Faulting Address controls Branch Selection starting at ntdll_77310000!LdrpResSearchResourceInsideDirectory+0x000000000000029e."
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-2017-15801?
The severity of CVE-2017-15801 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2017-15801?
To fix CVE-2017-15801, update XnView Classic to the latest version or ensure that untrusted .dll files are not rendered.
What software is affected by CVE-2017-15801?
CVE-2017-15801 specifically affects XnView Classic version 2.43 on Windows.
What impact does CVE-2017-15801 have?
CVE-2017-15801 can lead to a denial of service or potentially other unspecified impacts.
How does CVE-2017-15801 exploit the system?
CVE-2017-15801 exploits the system by mishandling crafted .dll files during the rendering of the DLL icon.
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