First published: Fri Jul 26 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 CIN 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-CAN-23261 is high due to the potential for remote code execution.
To fix ZDI-CAN-23261, update IrfanView to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.
The risks of ZDI-CAN-23261 include unauthorized access and control over the system by remote attackers.
ZDI-CAN-23261 affects specific older versions of IrfanView, check the advisory for details on the affected versions.
Yes, user interaction is required for ZDI-CAN-23261 as the user must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.