CVE Catalog

CVE-2017-8781

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

XnView Classic version 2.40 for Windows allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute code via a crafted JPEG 2000 file that is mishandled during the opening of a directory in 'Browser' mode, due to a 'Stack Buffer Overrun' issue.

Risk Assessment

Attackers may remotely execute malicious code, posing a serious threat to system and user data security. Organizations should be aware of the risks associated with using this version of the software.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update XnView Classic to the latest version to mitigate this vulnerability. Additionally, avoid opening unknown JPEG 2000 files.

Other vulnerabilities in XnView Classic 2.40

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Original NVD description (English source)

XnView Classic for Windows Version 2.40 allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute code via a crafted JPEG 2000 file that is mishandled during the opening of a directory in "Browser" mode, because of a "Stack Buffer Overrun" issue.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS