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 SHP files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a write past the end 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 |
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IrfanView |
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The severity of ZDI-24-668 is critical due to its ability to allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
To fix ZDI-24-668, users should update IrfanView to the latest version provided by the vendor.
ZDI-24-668 affects multiple versions of IrfanView prior to the most recent update.
Yes, user interaction is required as the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file for exploitation.
The potential consequences of ZDI-24-668 include unauthorized access, data theft, and full system compromise.