CVE-2021-29360: Buffer Overflow
Published Sep 28, 2021
·Updated
A buffer overflow vulnerability in FORMATS!ReadUtahRLE+0x37a of Irfanview 4.57 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted RLE file.
Affected Software
1 affected component
IrfanView IrfanView=4.57
Event History
Sep 28, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:27 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:27 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2021-29360?
CVE-2021-29360 is classified as a critical severity vulnerability due to its buffer overflow nature that allows arbitrary code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2021-29360?
To fix CVE-2021-29360, it is recommended to upgrade to the latest version of IrfanView that addresses this vulnerability.
3
What versions of IrfanView are affected by CVE-2021-29360?
CVE-2021-29360 affects IrfanView version 4.57 specifically.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2021-29360?
CVE-2021-29360 is a buffer overflow vulnerability found in the handling of RLE files within IrfanView.
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What can happen if CVE-2021-29360 is exploited?
Exploitation of CVE-2021-29360 can allow attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected system.