CVE-2017-9899

Name: CVE-2017-9899
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-07-05T20:29:04.497+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.60%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-9899 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. XnView Classic for Windows Version 2.40 allows remote attackers to execute code via a crafted .fpx file, related to "Data from Faulting Address controls Code Flow starting at Xfpx!gffGetFormatInfo+0x000000000002e388.". EPSS estimates a 1.60% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

XnView Classic for Windows Version 2.40 allows remote attackers to execute code via a crafted .fpx file, related to "Data from Faulting Address controls Code Flow starting at Xfpx!gffGetFormatInfo+0x000000000002e388."

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-2017-9899Third Party Advisory
https://github.com/wlinzi/security_advisories/tree/master/CVE-2017-9899Third Party Advisory

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-9899?

How severe is CVE-2017-9899?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-9899 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.60% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-9899?

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