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CVE-2012-0278

9.3 · HIGH

Heap-based buffer overflow in the FlashPix PlugIn before 4.3.4.0 for IrfanView might allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a .fpx file containing a crafted FlashPix image that is not…

Published Apr 18, 2012irfanviewCWE-119EPSS 10.06%

Overview

CVE-2012-0278 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting irfanview flashpix_plugin. It was published on April 18, 2012 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

Heap-based buffer overflow in the FlashPix PlugIn before 4.3.4.0 for IrfanView might allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a .fpx file containing a crafted FlashPix image that is not properly handled during decompression.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from irfanview. Update flashpix_plugin 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
irfanviewflashpix_plugin0Affected

References

Refsecunia.com/advisories/48772Refwww.protekresearchlab.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=41&Itemid=41Refwww.securityfocus.com/bid/53009Refsecunia.com/advisories/48772Refwww.protekresearchlab.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=41&Itemid=41Refwww.securityfocus.com/bid/53009

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2012-0278?

CVE-2012-0278 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting irfanview flashpix_plugin. It was published on April 18, 2012 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2012-0278?

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-2012-0278?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from irfanview. Update flashpix_plugin 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-2012-0278?

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