ZDI-CAN-24192: ZDI-24-903: IrfanView WSQ File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Write Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Jul 18, 2024
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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 WSQ 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.

Other sources

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 ZDI has assigned a CVSS rating of 7.8. The following CVEs are assigned: CVE-2024-6811.

ZDI

Affected Software

1 affected component
IrfanView IrfanView

Event History

Jul 18, 2024
Advisory Published
via ZDI·05:00 AM
Data Sourced
via ZDI·05:00 AM
Description
Feb 22, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·10:10 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of ZDI-CAN-24192?

The severity of ZDI-CAN-24192 is considered critical due to its ability to allow remote code execution.

2

How do I fix ZDI-CAN-24192?

To fix ZDI-CAN-24192, users should update IrfanView to the latest version provided by the vendor.

3

What software is affected by ZDI-CAN-24192?

ZDI-CAN-24192 affects installations of IrfanView.

4

What type of attack is associated with ZDI-CAN-24192?

ZDI-CAN-24192 is associated with remote code execution that requires user interaction to exploit.

5

How can ZDI-CAN-24192 be exploited?

ZDI-CAN-24192 can be exploited if the user visits a malicious webpage or opens a malicious file.

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