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CVE-2011-2747

9.3 · HIGH

Google Picasa before 3.6 Build 105.67 does not properly handle invalid properties in JPEG images, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted image file.

Published Jul 28, 2011googleCWE-94EPSS 4.29%

Overview

CVE-2011-2747 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting google picasa. It was published on July 28, 2011 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

Google Picasa before 3.6 Build 105.67 does not properly handle invalid properties in JPEG images, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted image file.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from google. Update picasa to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Affected products

VendorProductVersionsStatus
googlepicasa0Affected

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2011-2747?

CVE-2011-2747 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting google picasa. It was published on July 28, 2011 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2011-2747?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2011-2747?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from google. Update picasa to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2011-2747?

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