CVE-2017-9883: Buffer Overflow

Published Jul 5, 2017

Updated

IrfanView version 4.44 (32bit) with FPX Plugin 4.46 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service via a crafted .fpx file, related to "Data from Faulting Address controls Code Flow starting at FPX+0x0000000000007216."

Affected Software

2 affected components

IrfanView IrfanView=4.44

IrfanView FPX=4.46

Event History

Jul 5, 2017

CVE Published

via MITRE·07:00 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·07:00 PM

Description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-9883?

CVE-2017-9883 has been rated as critical due to the potential for arbitrary code execution or denial of service.

How do I fix CVE-2017-9883?

To fix CVE-2017-9883, update to a patched version of IrfanView and its FPX plugin that addresses this vulnerability.

What versions are affected by CVE-2017-9883?

CVE-2017-9883 affects IrfanView version 4.44 (32bit) along with FPX Plugin version 4.46.

What is the impact of CVE-2017-9883?

CVE-2017-9883 can lead to arbitrary code execution or cause a denial of service if a malicious .fpx file is processed.

Is there a workaround for CVE-2017-9883?

Currently, the most effective workaround for CVE-2017-9883 is to avoid opening untrusted .fpx files.