CVE-2023-43252 Memory corruption in n/a

High 7.8 Published 19 Oct 2023 Updated 12 Sep 2024

A buffer overflow in XNSoft Nconvert allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause denial of service via crafted image files.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Local or same network only
Victim action needed: A user has to click or open something
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2023-43252?

CVE-2023-43252 is a high-severity memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 19 Oct 2023. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.

Official description

XNSoft Nconvert 7.136 is vulnerable to Buffer Overflow via a crafted image file.

Weakness: CWE-787

Which versions are affected by CVE-2023-43252?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Xnview Nconvert.

How do I fix CVE-2023-43252?

No fix has been published for CVE-2023-43252 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-2023-43252 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2023-43252 exists.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-42jw-237g-7j4r.