CVE-2017-9883: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Jul 05 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."
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IrfanView IrfanView | =4.44 | |
| Irfanview Fpx | =4.46 |
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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.
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