CVE-2021-28427

HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.25%

Last modified

CVE-2021-28427 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Buffer Overflow vulnerability in XNView version 2.49.3, allows local attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted TIFF file.. EPSS estimates a 0.25% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Buffer Overflow vulnerability in XNView version 2.49.3, allows local attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted TIFF file.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1
7.8/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability
0.25%

16.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
XnviewXnview2.49.3

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2021-28427?
Buffer Overflow vulnerability in XNView version 2.49.3, allows local attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted TIFF file.
How severe is CVE-2021-28427?
CVE-2021-28427 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.25% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-28427?
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