CVE-2017-9917: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Jul 05 2017(Updated: )
IrfanView version 4.44 (32bit) with TOOLS Plugin 4.50 might allow attackers to cause a denial of service or possibly have unspecified other impact via a crafted file, related to "Data from Faulting Address is used as one or more arguments in a subsequent Function Call starting at ntdll_77df0000!RtlFreeHandle+0x0000000000000218."
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IrfanView | =4.44 | |
| IrfanView | =4.50 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-9917?
CVE-2017-9917 has a medium severity rating, potentially leading to denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2017-9917?
To fix CVE-2017-9917, update IrfanView to version 4.44 or later and the TOOLS plugin to version 4.50 or later.
What versions are affected by CVE-2017-9917?
CVE-2017-9917 affects IrfanView version 4.44 (32-bit) with TOOLS Plugin version 4.50.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-9917?
CVE-2017-9917 is a denial of service vulnerability that can be triggered through crafted files.
Can CVE-2017-9917 lead to data loss?
While CVE-2017-9917 primarily results in denial of service, unspecified impacts could potentially lead to data loss.
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