CVE-2017-8282

Name: CVE-2017-8282
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-07-05T20:29:02.763+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.60%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-8282 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. XnView Classic for Windows Version 2.40 allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute code via a crafted .mov file that is mishandled during the opening of a directory in "Browser" mode, because of a "User Mode Write AV near NULL" in XnView.exe.. EPSS estimates a 1.60% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

XnView Classic for Windows Version 2.40 allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute code via a crafted .mov file that is mishandled during the opening of a directory in "Browser" mode, because of a "User Mode Write AV near NULL" in XnView.exe.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.60%

72.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-119

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Xnview	Xnview	2.40

References

https://github.com/wlinzi/security_advisories/tree/master/CVE-2017-8282Third Party Advisory
https://github.com/wlinzi/security_advisories/tree/master/CVE-2017-8282Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jul 5, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-8282?

How severe is CVE-2017-8282?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-8282 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.60% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-8282?

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