CVE-2019-13248 : Security Advisory and Response

ACDSee Free 1.1.21 has a User Mode Write AV vulnerability that occurs at IDE_ACDStd!JPEGTransW+0x0000000000002450.

Understanding CVE-2019-13248

What is CVE-2019-13248?

The User Mode Write AV for ACDSee Free 1.1.21 occurs at IDE_ACDStd!JPEGTransW+0x0000000000002450.

The Impact of CVE-2019-13248

This vulnerability can be exploited by attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service on the affected system.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-13248

Vulnerability Description

The User Mode Write AV vulnerability in ACDSee Free 1.1.21 allows attackers to trigger a memory corruption leading to potential code execution.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: ACDSee Free 1.1.21
Vendor: N/A
Version: N/A

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by crafting a malicious input that triggers the memory corruption at IDE_ACDStd!JPEGTransW+0x0000000000002450.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply security patches provided by the vendor promptly.
Consider restricting access to vulnerable systems.
Monitor network traffic for signs of exploitation.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update software and systems to prevent known vulnerabilities.
Implement strong access controls and least privilege principles.
Conduct regular security assessments and penetration testing.

Patching and Updates

Ensure that ACDSee Free is updated to the latest version to mitigate the User Mode Write AV vulnerability.