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HIGH · 7.8

CVE-2017-14538

XnView Classic for Windows Version 2.40 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service via a crafted .jb2 file, related to "Data from Faulting Address controls subsequent Writ...

Vulnerability Description

XnView Classic for Windows Version 2.40 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service via a crafted .jb2 file, related to "Data from Faulting Address controls subsequent Write Address starting at jbig2dec+0x0000000000008823."

CVSS Score

7.8

HIGH

CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Attack Vector
LOCAL
Attack Complexity
LOW
Privileges Required
LOW
User Interaction
NONE
Scope
UNCHANGED
Confidentiality
HIGH
Integrity
HIGH
Availability
HIGH

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
XnviewXnview2.40
MicrosoftWindows-

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-119

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2017-14538?

CVE-2017-14538 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). XnView Classic for Windows Version 2.40 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service via a crafted .jb2 file, related to "Data from Faulting Address controls subsequent Writ...

How severe is CVE-2017-14538?

CVE-2017-14538 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2017-14538?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Xnview Xnview, Microsoft Windows.