CVE-2021-29358
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.65%
Last modified
CVE-2021-29358 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. A buffer overflow vulnerability in FORMATS!ReadPVR_W+0xfa of Irfanview 4.57 allows attackers to cause a denial of service (DOS) via a crafted PVR file.. EPSS estimates a 0.65% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A buffer overflow vulnerability in FORMATS!ReadPVR_W+0xfa of Irfanview 4.57 allows attackers to cause a denial of service (DOS) via a crafted PVR file.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Irfanview | Irfanview | 4.57 |
References
- https://github.com/moshekaplan/Research/tree/main/IrfanViewThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/moshekaplan/Research/tree/main/IrfanViewThird Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-29358?
A buffer overflow vulnerability in FORMATS!ReadPVR_W+0xfa of Irfanview 4.57 allows attackers to cause a denial of service (DOS) via a crafted PVR file.
How severe is CVE-2021-29358?
CVE-2021-29358 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.65% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-29358?
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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