CVE-2024-9258

Summary

CVE-2024-9258 is a remote code execution vulnerability affecting IrfanView, a popular image viewing software. This issue arises due to an uninitialized pointer in the SID file parsing functionality. An attacker can exploit this flaw by creating a malicious SID file or crafting a malicious webpage, leading the user to open or view it. Successful exploitation allows the attacker to execute arbitrary code in the context of the current process. This vulnerability, identified as ZDI-CAN-23276, underscores the importance of keeping software updated to protect against such cyber threats.

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