CVE-2007-1948: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2007-1948: Buffer overflow in IrfanView 3.99 allows context-dependent attackers to cause a denial of service and possi...

Buffer overflow in IrfanView 3.99 allows context-dependent attackers to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code via the (1) xoffset or (2) yoffset RLE command, or (3) large non-RLE encoded blocks in a crafted BMP image, as demonstrated by rle8of3.bmp and rle8of4.bmp.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 13:13 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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This is an old IrfanView 3.99 flaw triggered by a malicious BMP image. If a user opens a crafted file, the application may crash and possibly run attacker-controlled code. Business urgency depends on whether legacy IrfanView 3.99 is still installed and exposed to untrusted images. Exposure is likely limited to endpoints still running IrfanView 3.99 where users can open BMP files from email, web downloads, shared drives, or external submissions. The source bundle does not identify other affected versions or products. Treat this as a legacy software hygiene issue unless IrfanView 3.99 remains in use. Prioritize removal or upgrade on user workstations that process external images. No evidence in the provided sources supports emergency response for active exploitation. Mitigation focus: Inventory endpoints for IrfanView 3.99 installations.; Check IrfanView or vendor guidance for fixed versions or replacement advice.; Remove or upgrade legacy IrfanView 3.99 where found..

Prepared: Jun 29, 2026, 06:24 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Apr 11, 2007, 01:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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