Vulnerability Description
Heap-based buffer overflow in the xjpegls.dll (aka JLS, JPEG-LS, or JPEG lossless) format plugin in XnView 1.99 and 1.99.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted JLS image file.
CVSS Score
9.3
HIGH
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Xnview | Xnview | 1.99 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://osvdb.org/show/osvdb/85893
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2012/Oct/36
- http://secunia.com/advisories/50825
- http://www.reactionpenetrationtesting.co.uk/xnview-jls-heap.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/55787
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/79030
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/21741/
- http://osvdb.org/show/osvdb/85893
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2012/Oct/36
- http://secunia.com/advisories/50825
- http://www.reactionpenetrationtesting.co.uk/xnview-jls-heap.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/55787
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/79030
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/21741/
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-4988?
CVE-2012-4988 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). Heap-based buffer overflow in the xjpegls.dll (aka JLS, JPEG-LS, or JPEG lossless) format plugin in XnView 1.99 and 1.99.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted JLS image fil...
How severe is CVE-2012-4988?
CVE-2012-4988 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 9.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2012-4988?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Xnview Xnview.