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CVE-2026-121517

IrfanView TIFF Wang Annotation heap-based overflow

CVSS score

2.3

EPSS probability

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Risk score

0.2

Published

3 h ago

Patch status has not yet been verified

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Vulnerability description

DayBreach AI Explanation

Verified against sources

IrfanView TIFF Wang Annotation Heap-based Buffer Overflow

Sources read

1

Source agreement

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Evidence confidence

%55

Short explanation

A vulnerability was detected in IrfanView 4.76.0.0 on Win64 involving the TIFF Wang Annotation Handler component, resulting in a heap-based buffer overflow [S0].

Why does it matter?

The exploit for this vulnerability is now public [S0]. The vendor confirms that the TIF-Annotations option is disabled by default [S0].

What should be done?

  • Follow vendor advisories
  • Verify that the TIF-Annotations option remains disabled
Chain of evidence and sources3 verified claims

IrfanView 4.76.0.0 üzerinde TIFF Wang Annotation Handler bileşenini etkileyen yığın tabanlı tampon taşması açığı bulunmuştur.

Saldırı uzaktan gerçekleştirilebilir durumdadır ve istismarı zor olarak değerlendirilmektedir.

Satıcı, TIF-Annotations seçeneğinin varsayılan olarak kapalı olduğunu onaylamıştır.

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A vulnerability was detected in IrfanView 4.76.0.0 on Win64. Affected by this vulnerability is an unknown functionality of the component TIFF Wang Annotation Handler. Performing a manipulation results in heap-based buffer overflow. The attack is possible to be carried out remotely. The complexity of an attack is rather high. The exploitation appears to be difficult. The exploit is now public and may be used. It is recommended to apply a patch to fix this issue. The vendor confirms: "[T]he TIF-Annotations option is OFF by default. Means, normal users are not affected ... the danger level for this is low".

CVSS vector: CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:H/AT:N/PR:N/UI:P/VC:L/VI:L/VA:L/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:P

CWE: CWE-122, CWE-119

This explanation was compiled automatically from the source records. Scores, active exploitation, patch and exploit status come straight from the sources.

IMPACT: Affected Products and Software

Affected Products

The following products are affected by CVE-2026-121517 vulnerability. Where our threat engine knows the exact affected versions, they are listed below.

IDVENDORPRODUCTACTION
1n/aIrfanView View
Total affected vendors: 1|Products: 1

RED HAT CSAF/VEX: Product Impact Check

Red Hat has not yet published a CSAF/VEX impact record for this CVE. This does not mean “not affected”.

SCORING: CVSS from Multiple Sources

CVSS Scores

The Common Vulnerability Scoring System is a standardised framework for assessing the severity of vulnerabilities in software and systems. We collect and display CVSS scores from several sources for each CVE.

SCOREVERSIONSEVERITYVECTORSOURCE
5.1CVSS V2—AV:N/AC:H/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:PNVD
5.1CVSS V2_0—AV:N/AC:H/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P/E:POC/RL:OF/RC:CCVE CNA
5.0CVSS V31MEDIUMCVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:LNVD
5.0CVSS V3_1MEDIUMCVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:L/E:P/RL:O/RC:CCVE CNA
5.0CVSS V3_0MEDIUMCVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:L/E:P/RL:O/RC:CCVE CNA
2.3CVSS V4_0LOWCVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:H/AT:N/PR:N/UI:P/VC:L/VI:L/VA:L/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:PCVE CNA
1.3CVSS V40LOWCVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:H/AT:N/PR:N/UI:P/VC:L/VI:L/VA:L/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:P/CR:X/IR:X/AR:X/MAV:X/MAC:X/MAT:X/MPR:X/MUI:X/MVC:X/MVI:X/MVA:X/MSC:X/MSI:X/MSA:X/S:X/AU:X/R:X/V:X/RE:X/U:XNVD

Patch and Remediation Guide

Solution & Remediation Advisory

Patch status unknown

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Confirm the affected product and version against the source evidence above.
Restrict access to internet-facing services and apply network segmentation.
Until a patch is confirmed, follow the vendor advisory; do not read an unknown status as “no patch”.
Monitor server logs and network endpoints for signs of anomalous execution.

Public exploit and active exploitation status

Verified exploit intelligence

No verified public PoC, exploit repository or Metasploit module has been found for this CVE yet.

Weakness Classification and Attack Patterns (CWE & CAPEC)

CWE - Common Weakness Enumeration

While CVE identifies specific instances of vulnerabilities, CWE categorises the common flaws or weaknesses that can lead to vulnerabilities. CVE-2026-121517 is associated with the following CWEs:

Common Attack Pattern Enumeration and Classification (CAPEC)

Common Attack Pattern Enumeration and Classification (CAPEC) stores attack patterns, which are descriptions of the common attributes and approaches employed by adversaries to exploit the CVE-2026-121517 weaknesses.

Attack Vector and Accessibility

ExposureAğ üzerinden
PermissionsGerekmiyor
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Official Sources and Advisories

CVSS Vector Radar Chart

2.3 / 10
Attack VectorNetworkComplexityHighPrivilegesNoneUser Interact.RequiredConfidentialityHighIntegrityNoneAvailabilityLow

Vulnerability Scoring Details

CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:H/AT:N/PR:N/UI:P/VC:L/VI:L/VA:L/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:P
Attack VectorNetwork
Attack ComplexityHigh
Privileges RequiredNone required
User InteractionP
Confidentiality (Gizlilik)High
Integrity (Bütünlük)P
Availability (Erişilebilirlik)Low

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