What is the severity of ZDI-24-666?

The severity of ZDI-24-666 is critical as it allows remote code execution on affected installations.

How do I fix ZDI-24-666?

To fix ZDI-24-666, update IrfanView to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

What type of vulnerability is ZDI-24-666?

ZDI-24-666 is a remote code execution vulnerability that requires user interaction to exploit.

What software does ZDI-24-666 affect?

ZDI-24-666 affects installations of IrfanView specifically.

Can ZDI-24-666 be exploited without user interaction?

No, ZDI-24-666 cannot be exploited without user interaction, such as visiting a malicious page or opening a malicious file.

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ZDI-24-666

high

7.8

12/6/2024

23/2/2025

ZDI-24-666: IrfanView PIC File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Write Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

First published: Wed Jun 12 2024(Updated: )

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of IrfanView. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. The specific flaw exists within the parsing of PIC files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a write before the start of an allocated buffer. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
IrfanView

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of ZDI-24-666?
The severity of ZDI-24-666 is critical as it allows remote code execution on affected installations.
How do I fix ZDI-24-666?
To fix ZDI-24-666, update IrfanView to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.
What type of vulnerability is ZDI-24-666?
ZDI-24-666 is a remote code execution vulnerability that requires user interaction to exploit.
What software does ZDI-24-666 affect?
ZDI-24-666 affects installations of IrfanView specifically.
Can ZDI-24-666 be exploited without user interaction?
No, ZDI-24-666 cannot be exploited without user interaction, such as visiting a malicious page or opening a malicious file.

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