CVE-2017-15803: 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 is used as one or more arguments in a subsequent Function Call starting at ntdll_77310000!LdrpResCompareResourceNames+0x0000000000000150."
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-2017-15803?
The severity of CVE-2017-15803 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2017-15803?
To fix CVE-2017-15803, update XnView Classic to the latest version or remove any potentially harmful DLL files.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-15803?
CVE-2017-15803 is a denial of service vulnerability affecting XnView Classic.
Which version of XnView Classic is affected by CVE-2017-15803?
XnView Classic Version 2.43 is affected by CVE-2017-15803.
Can CVE-2017-15803 lead to other impacts beyond denial of service?
Yes, CVE-2017-15803 could potentially have unspecified other impacts, but primarily results in denial of service.
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