Vulnerability Description
Heap-based buffer overflow in IrfanView before 4.32 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted "Rows Per Strip" and "Samples Per Pixel" values in a TIFF image file.
CVSS Score
4.3
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Irfanview | Irfanview | <= 4.30 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/47065Vendor Advisory
- http://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/18257Exploit
- http://www.irfanview.com/history_old.htm
- http://www.osvdb.org/77957
- http://www.protekresearchlab.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=30
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/71891
- http://secunia.com/advisories/47065Vendor Advisory
- http://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/18257Exploit
- http://www.irfanview.com/history_old.htm
- http://www.osvdb.org/77957
- http://www.protekresearchlab.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=30
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/71891
FAQ
What is CVE-2011-5233?
CVE-2011-5233 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). Heap-based buffer overflow in IrfanView before 4.32 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted "Rows Per Strip" and "Samples Per Pixel" values in a TIFF image file.
How severe is CVE-2011-5233?
CVE-2011-5233 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2011-5233?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Irfanview Irfanview.