CVE-2017-15737 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis

IrfanView version 4.50 - 64bit, along with the CADImage plugin version 12.0.0.5, may be vulnerable to a denial of service attack or other impacts if a specially crafted .dwg file is exploited.

Understanding CVE-2017-15737

This CVE entry highlights a potential vulnerability in IrfanView and the CADImage plugin that could lead to a denial of service attack.

What is CVE-2017-15737?

The vulnerability in IrfanView and the CADImage plugin could be exploited by an attacker using a specially crafted .dwg file, resulting in a denial of service or other unspecified impacts.

The Impact of CVE-2017-15737

If successfully exploited, this vulnerability could lead to a denial of service attack or other adverse effects, as indicated by a "Read Access Violation starting at CADIMAGE+0x00000000003d246f."

Technical Details of CVE-2017-15737

This section provides more technical insights into the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability in IrfanView version 4.50 - 64bit and CADImage plugin version 12.0.0.5 allows attackers to cause a denial of service or potentially have other impacts via a crafted .dwg file.

Affected Systems and Versions

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Vendor: Not applicable
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Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by manipulating a specially crafted .dwg file, triggering the issue.

Mitigation and Prevention

It is crucial to take immediate steps to address and prevent the exploitation of this vulnerability.

Immediate Steps to Take

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

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement network segmentation to limit the impact of potential attacks.
Educate users on safe file handling practices to prevent malicious file execution.

Patching and Updates

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