CVE-2017-8370: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Jul 05 2017(Updated: )
IrfanView version 4.44 (32bit) with FPX Plugin 4.45 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (Heap Corruption and application crash) in processing a FlashPix (.FPX) file, a different vulnerability than CVE-2017-7721.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Irfanview Fpx | =4.45 | |
| IrfanView IrfanView | =4.44 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-8370?
CVE-2017-8370 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution and application crashes.
How do I fix CVE-2017-8370?
To fix CVE-2017-8370, update IrfanView to the latest version that is not affected by this vulnerability.
What versions of IrfanView are affected by CVE-2017-8370?
CVE-2017-8370 affects IrfanView version 4.44 and FPX Plugin version 4.45.
What type of attacks can be performed using CVE-2017-8370?
CVE-2017-8370 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service through specially crafted FlashPix (.FPX) files.
Is CVE-2017-8370 similar to CVE-2017-7721?
CVE-2017-8370 is a different vulnerability than CVE-2017-7721, despite both being related to IrfanView's handling of file formats.
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