CVE-2023-26974: Buffer Overflow

Published Apr 4, 2023
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Updated

Irfanview v4.62 allows a user-mode write access violation via a crafted JPEG 2000 file starting at JPEG2000+0x0000000000001bf0.

Affected Software

1 affected component
IrfanView IrfanView=4.62

Event History

Apr 4, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-26974?

CVE-2023-26974 has been categorized as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause a user-mode write access violation.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-26974?

To resolve CVE-2023-26974, users should upgrade to the latest version of Irfanview that addresses this vulnerability.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2023-26974?

CVE-2023-26974 affects IrfanView version 4.62.

4

What types of files are associated with CVE-2023-26974?

CVE-2023-26974 is associated with JPEG 2000 files that can exploit the vulnerability.

5

Can CVE-2023-26974 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2023-26974 can potentially be exploited by opening a malicious JPEG 2000 file.

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