CVE-2013-2577 Memory corruption in n/a
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code by tricking users into opening a crafted PCT file in XnView.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- A user has to click or open something
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2013-2577?
CVE-2013-2577 is a critical memory corruption vulnerability in Xnview Xnview, published on 9 Aug 2013. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.
Official description
Buffer overflow in XnView before 2.04 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted PCT file.
Weakness: CWE-119
Which versions are affected by CVE-2013-2577?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Xnview Xnview.
How do I fix CVE-2013-2577?
No fix has been published for CVE-2013-2577 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.
Is CVE-2013-2577 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2013-2577 exists.
Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.
Other vulnerabilities in Xnview Xnview
Sources
Also known as GHSA-mvvw-4387-6v7x.