CVE-2020-23545
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 1.27%
Last modified
CVE-2020-23545 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. IrfanView 4.54 allows a user-mode write access violation starting at FORMATS!ReadXPM_W+0x0000000000000531.. EPSS estimates a 1.27% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
IrfanView 4.54 allows a user-mode write access violation starting at FORMATS!ReadXPM_W+0x0000000000000531.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Irfanview | Irfanview | 4.54 |
References
- https://github.com/nhiephon/Research/blob/master/Irfanview/0x0000000000000531.MDThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/nhiephon/Research/blob/master/README.mdThird Party Advisory
- https://www.irfanview.com/plugins.htmRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://github.com/nhiephon/Research/blob/master/Irfanview/0x0000000000000531.MDThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/nhiephon/Research/blob/master/README.mdThird Party Advisory
- https://www.irfanview.com/plugins.htmRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-23545?
IrfanView 4.54 allows a user-mode write access violation starting at FORMATS!ReadXPM_W+0x0000000000000531.
How severe is CVE-2020-23545?
CVE-2020-23545 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.27% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-23545?
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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