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CVE-2012-0278

HighPublished

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...

Published: Apr 18, 2012
Updated: Aug 6, 2024
Assigning CNA: flexera
Evidence observed: Apr 14, 2012

Primary CVSS

9.3/ 10High

nvd · CVSS 2.0

AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C

EPSS probability estimate

10.1%

Moderate · next 30 days

Percentile: 95.5%
Model date: Sep 21, 2026

EPSS is a statistical estimate, not a certainty or a measure of impact. Combine it with CVSS, KEV status, exposure and your environment.

Summary

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.

Sources

IrfanView FlashPix PlugIn - Decompression Heap OverflowExploit
Francis Provencher · windows · Apr 14, 2012

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