CVE-2017-15243 : Security Advisory and Response

This CVE-2017-15243 article provides insights into a vulnerability found in IrfanView version 4.44 (32bit) with PDF plugin version 4.43, allowing attackers to disrupt software operations through a manipulated .pdf file.

Understanding CVE-2017-15243

What is CVE-2017-15243?

The vulnerability in IrfanView version 4.44 (32bit) and PDF plugin version 4.43 enables attackers to interfere with the software's normal functioning by using a crafted .pdf file.

The Impact of CVE-2017-15243

The exploitation of this vulnerability can lead to a denial of service or potentially cause other unspecified consequences by triggering a "Possible Stack Corruption starting at PDF!xmlGetGlobalState+0x00000000000568a4."

Technical Details of CVE-2017-15243

Vulnerability Description

The issue in IrfanView version 4.44 (32bit) and PDF plugin version 4.43 allows attackers to disrupt software operations through a manipulated .pdf file.

Affected Systems and Versions

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Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by using a specifically crafted .pdf file targeting the "Possible Stack Corruption starting at PDF!xmlGetGlobalState+0x00000000000568a4."

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Avoid opening untrusted .pdf files.
Update IrfanView and its plugins to the latest versions.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update software and plugins to patch known vulnerabilities.
Implement network security measures to prevent malicious file execution.

Patching and Updates

Apply patches and updates provided by IrfanView to address this vulnerability.