CVE-2017-10753 : Security Advisory and Response

XnView Classic for Windows Version 2.40 could potentially be exploited by malicious individuals to trigger a denial of service or potentially carry out other unspecified consequences by manipulating a specially crafted .rle file.

Understanding CVE-2017-10753

XnView Classic for Windows Version 2.40 might allow attackers to cause a denial of service or possibly have unspecified other impact via a crafted .rle file.

What is CVE-2017-10753?

This CVE refers to a vulnerability in XnView Classic for Windows Version 2.40 that could be exploited by attackers to trigger a denial of service or other potential consequences by manipulating a specially crafted .rle file.

The Impact of CVE-2017-10753

The vulnerability could lead to a denial of service or other unspecified impacts when malicious individuals manipulate the .rle file.

Technical Details of CVE-2017-10753

XnView Classic for Windows Version 2.40 is susceptible to exploitation due to a specific issue related to data manipulation from the Faulting Address.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability allows attackers to manipulate data from the Faulting Address, which controls Branch Selection starting at ntdll_77df0000!LdrpFindLoadedDllByMapping+0x0000000000000046.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: XnView Classic for Windows Version 2.40
Vendor: N/A
Version: N/A

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by manipulating a specially crafted .rle file.

Mitigation and Prevention

It is crucial to take immediate steps to address and prevent the exploitation of CVE-2017-10753.

Immediate Steps to Take

Disable the affected software until a patch is available.
Regularly monitor for security advisories and updates from the vendor.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement strong file validation mechanisms to detect and prevent the use of malicious files.
Conduct regular security assessments and penetration testing to identify and address vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Apply patches or updates provided by XnView Classic for Windows to mitigate the vulnerability and enhance system security.