Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in Easy PhotoResQ by HD Tune
CVE-2018-25286

6.9MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Hdtune

Status
Easy Photoresq
Vendor
CVE Published:
26 April 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2018-25286?

The Easy PhotoResQ version 1.0 is vulnerable to a buffer overflow that can be exploited by local attackers. By entering a significantly long string—specifically a 6000-byte payload—in the Folder/filename field through the File Options dialog, attackers can trigger a denial of service condition, causing the application to crash. This vulnerability poses a risk as it allows malefactors to disrupt operations and degrade the user experience.

Affected Version(s)

Easy PhotoResQ 1.0

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2018-25286 - Proof of Concept

References

https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/45300
exploit
https://www.hdtune.com/
product
https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/easy-photoresq-buffe...
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
6.9
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Gionathan "John" Reale
.