CVE-2017-15779

Name: CVE-2017-15779
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-10-22T20:29:01.9+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.22%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-15779 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. XnView Classic for Windows Version 2.43 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service via a crafted .dwg file, related to "Data from Faulting Address controls subsequent Write Address starting at CADImage+0x00000000000034b0.". EPSS estimates a 1.22% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

XnView Classic for Windows Version 2.43 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service via a crafted .dwg file, related to "Data from Faulting Address controls subsequent Write Address starting at CADImage+0x00000000000034b0."

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.22%

64.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-119

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Xnview	Xnview	2.43

References

https://github.com/wlinzi/security_advisories/tree/master/CVE-2017-15779Third Party Advisory
https://github.com/wlinzi/security_advisories/tree/master/CVE-2017-15779Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Oct 22, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-15779?

How severe is CVE-2017-15779?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-15779 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.22% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-15779?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST