CVE-2017-15245 : What You Need to Know

CVE-2017-15245 was published on October 11, 2017, and involves a vulnerability in IrfanView version 4.44 (32bit) with PDF plugin version 4.43. An attacker can exploit this vulnerability using a manipulated .pdf file, potentially leading to a denial of service or other undisclosed impacts.

Understanding CVE-2017-15245

This section provides insights into the nature and impact of the CVE-2017-15245 vulnerability.

What is CVE-2017-15245?

The vulnerability in IrfanView version 4.44 (32bit) with PDF plugin version 4.43 allows attackers to exploit a crafted .pdf file, resulting in a denial of service or potential unspecified impacts.

The Impact of CVE-2017-15245

The issue arises from the control of data originating from the Faulting Address, affecting the Branch Selection starting at PDF!xmlGetGlobalState+0x0000000000057b76.

Technical Details of CVE-2017-15245

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Vulnerability Description

An attacker can exploit IrfanView version 4.44 (32bit) with PDF plugin version 4.43 by using a manipulated .pdf file, leading to a denial of service or potential undisclosed impacts.

Affected Systems and Versions

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Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability is exploited by manipulating a .pdf file, allowing attackers to control data originating from the Faulting Address, impacting the Branch Selection starting at PDF!xmlGetGlobalState+0x0000000000057b76.

Mitigation and Prevention

Learn how to mitigate and prevent the CVE-2017-15245 vulnerability.

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.
Implement robust cybersecurity measures to prevent unauthorized access.

Patching and Updates

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