CVE-2021-29364: Buffer Overflow
Published Sep 28, 2021
·Updated
A buffer overflow vulnerability in Formats!ReadRASW+0x1001 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-2021-29364?
CVE-2021-29364 is classified as high severity due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2021-29364?
To mitigate CVE-2021-29364, upgrade IrfanView to version 4.58 or later where the vulnerability is patched.
3
What software is affected by CVE-2021-29364?
CVE-2021-29364 affects IrfanView version 4.57.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2021-29364?
CVE-2021-29364 is a buffer overflow vulnerability.
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What is the impact of exploiting CVE-2021-29364?
Exploitation of CVE-2021-29364 can allow attackers to execute arbitrary code on the victim's system.