CVE-2013-3944

Description

Stack-based buffer overflow in the MrSID plugin (MrSID.dll) before 4.37 for IrfanView allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via an IMAGE tag.

Category

7.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 10.83% Top 10%
Third-Party Advisory securityfocus.com Third-Party Advisory ibmcloud.com
Affected: IrfanView MrSID plugin
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/64385 vdb entry third party advisory
https://www.irfanview.com/history_old.htm release notes
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/89804 vdb entry third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2013-3944?
CVE-2013-3944 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2013-3944?
To fix CVE-2013-3944, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2013-3944 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2013-3944 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~11% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2013-3944?
CVE-2013-3944 affects IrfanView MrSID plugin.
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