CVE-2019-19468 : Security Advisory and Response

Free Photo Viewer 1.3 allows remote code execution via specially crafted BMP and TIFF files, triggering a Structured Exception Handler (SEH) situation.

Understanding CVE-2019-19468

What is CVE-2019-19468?

The vulnerability in Free Photo Viewer 1.3 enables the remote execution of arbitrary code by exploiting malformed BMP and TIFF files.

The Impact of CVE-2019-19468

This vulnerability allows attackers to execute code remotely, potentially leading to unauthorized access and control of affected systems.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-19468

Vulnerability Description

The issue arises from a malformed SEH situation triggered by corrupted entries in BMP and TIFF files, such as 0012ECB4 FreePhot.00425642 42200008.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Free Photo Viewer 1.3
Vendor: N/A
Version: N/A

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers exploit the vulnerability by using specially crafted BMP and TIFF files to trigger the SEH situation, allowing the execution of arbitrary code.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Avoid opening BMP and TIFF files from untrusted or unknown sources.
Implement file type restrictions in email and web filters to block potentially malicious files.
Consider using alternative image viewing software until a patch is available.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update software and applications to patch known vulnerabilities.
Conduct security awareness training to educate users on identifying and handling suspicious files.

Patching and Updates

Monitor for security advisories and apply patches provided by the software vendor to address the vulnerability.