Learn about CVE-2019-9967, a vulnerability in XnView Classic 2.48 on Windows that allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service or other unspecified impacts via a specially crafted file.
XnView Classic 2.48 on Windows is vulnerable to a remote attack that can lead to a denial of service or other unspecified effects.
Understanding CVE-2019-9967
This CVE involves a vulnerability in XnView Classic 2.48 on Windows that can be exploited remotely.
What is CVE-2019-9967?
The vulnerability in XnView Classic 2.48 on Windows allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) or potentially have other unspecified impacts by using a specially crafted file.
The Impact of CVE-2019-9967
The vulnerability can result in a denial of service, such as crashing the application, or potentially causing other unspecified effects. It is related to the ntdll!RtlPrefixUnicodeString function.
Technical Details of CVE-2019-9967
XnView Classic 2.48 on Windows is affected by this vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability allows remote attackers to exploit XnView Classic 2.48 on Windows, leading to a denial of service or other unspecified impacts.
Affected Systems and Versions
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability is triggered by a specially crafted file, exploiting the ntdll!RtlPrefixUnicodeString function.
Mitigation and Prevention
To address CVE-2019-9967, consider the following steps:
Immediate Steps to Take
Long-Term Security Practices
Patching and Updates
Stay informed about security updates for XnView Classic and apply patches promptly.