CVE-2017-8826: Buffer Overflow
FastStone Image Viewer 6.2 has a "User Mode Write AV" issue, possibly related to the jpegmemterm function in jmemnobs.c in libjpeg. This issue can be triggered by a malformed JPEG file that is mishandled by FSViewer.exe. Attackers could exploit this issue for DoS (Access Violation) or possibly unspecified other impact.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-8826?
CVE-2017-8826 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential for causing denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2017-8826?
To fix CVE-2017-8826, update to a version of FastStone Image Viewer released after 6.2 that addresses this vulnerability.
What types of attacks can be performed using CVE-2017-8826?
Attackers can exploit CVE-2017-8826 to cause a denial of service through access violations when processing malformed JPEG files.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2017-8826?
CVE-2017-8826 affects FastStone Image Viewer version 6.2.
Is CVE-2017-8826 related to a specific function in the software?
Yes, CVE-2017-8826 is possibly related to the jpeg_mem_term function in jmemnobs.c in libjpeg.