CVE-2009-2118: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2009-2118: Integer overflow in IrfanView 4.23, when the resampling or screen fitting option is enabled, allows remote...

Integer overflow in IrfanView 4.23, when the resampling or screen fitting option is enabled, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted TIFF 1 BPP image, which triggers a heap-based buffer overflow.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 05:36 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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CVE-2009-2118 is a flaw reported in IrfanView 4.23. A specially crafted 1 BPP TIFF image can trigger memory corruption when resampling or screen fitting is enabled. The CVE description says this can allow arbitrary code execution, so legacy installations should be treated as risky even though the source bundle provides no CVSS score. Exposure is likely limited to systems running IrfanView 4.23 that open untrusted TIFF images with resampling or screen fitting enabled. The bundle lists affected vendor/product fields as n/a, so asset validation must rely on installed software inventory and vendor history. Prioritize removal or upgrade of IrfanView 4.23 where present. Business urgency is highest on desktops that handle external images, attachments, or downloads. There is no KEV signal in the bundle, but arbitrary code execution through file handling warrants prompt legacy cleanup. Mitigation focus: Identify and retire IrfanView 4.23 installations where possible.; Check IrfanView vendor history and guidance for fixed versions.; Disable resampling or screen fitting where 4.23 must remain temporarily..

Prepared: Jun 28, 2026, 10:45 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jun 18, 2009, 21:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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