CVE-2009-2347: Buffer Overflow

Published Jul 14, 2009
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Updated

Multiple integer overflows in inter-color spaces conversion tools in libtiff 3.8 through 3.8.2, 3.9, and 4.0 allow context-dependent attackers to execute arbitrary code via a TIFF image with large (1) width and (2) height values, which triggers a heap-based buffer overflow in the (a) cvtwholeimage function in tiff2rgba and (b) tiffcvt function in rgb2ycbcr.

Affected Software

5 affected components
LibTIFF libtiff=3.8.0
LibTIFF libtiff=3.8.1
LibTIFF libtiff=3.8.2
LibTIFF libtiff=4.0
LibTIFF libtiff=3.9

Event History

Jul 14, 2009
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:16 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:16 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2009-2347?

CVE-2009-2347 is classified as high severity due to the potential for arbitrary code execution by attackers.

2

How do I fix CVE-2009-2347?

To fix CVE-2009-2347, update libtiff to version 4.0 or later, or apply any relevant patches provided by your vendor.

3

What types of software are affected by CVE-2009-2347?

CVE-2009-2347 affects libtiff versions 3.8.0 through 3.8.2, 3.9, and 4.0.

4

What are the attack vectors for CVE-2009-2347?

The attack vector for CVE-2009-2347 involves using specially crafted TIFF images with large width and height values.

5

Can CVE-2009-2347 lead to data breaches?

Yes, CVE-2009-2347 could potentially lead to data breaches if exploited, as it allows for arbitrary code execution.

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