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CVE-2013-2577

9.3 · HIGH

Buffer overflow in XnView before 2.04 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted PCT file.

Published Aug 9, 2013xnviewCWE-119EPSS 11.80%

Overview

CVE-2013-2577 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting xnview xnview. It was published on August 9, 2013 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

Buffer overflow in XnView before 2.04 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted PCT file.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from xnview. Update xnview 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
xnviewxnview0Affected

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2013-2577?

CVE-2013-2577 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting xnview xnview. It was published on August 9, 2013 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2013-2577?

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-2013-2577?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from xnview. Update xnview 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-2013-2577?

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