ZDI-CAN-25140: ZDI-24-1274: (0Day) FastStone Image Viewer TGA File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Write Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Sep 23, 2024
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Updated

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of FastStone Image Viewer. 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 TGA 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 FastStone Image Viewer. 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-2024-9113.

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Affected Software

1 affected component
FastStone Image Viewer

Event History

Sep 23, 2024
Advisory Published
via ZDI·05:00 AM
Data Sourced
via ZDI·05:00 AM
Description
Feb 22, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·02:39 AM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of ZDI-CAN-25140?

The severity of ZDI-CAN-25140 is considered serious due to its potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix ZDI-CAN-25140?

To fix ZDI-CAN-25140, you should update to the latest version of FastStone Image Viewer that addresses this vulnerability.

3

What type of vulnerability is ZDI-CAN-25140?

ZDI-CAN-25140 is a remote code execution vulnerability that requires user interaction to exploit.

4

What are the symptoms of ZDI-CAN-25140 exploitation?

Symptoms of ZDI-CAN-25140 exploitation may include unexpected application crashes or unauthorized code execution.

5

Is user interaction required to exploit ZDI-CAN-25140?

Yes, user interaction is required to exploit ZDI-CAN-25140, as the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.

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