CVE-2010-2483: Buffer Overflow
Published Jul 6, 2010
·Updated
The TIFFRGBAImageGet function in LibTIFF 3.9.0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read and application crash) via a TIFF file with an invalid combination of SamplesPerPixel and Photometric values.
Affected Software
1 affected component
LibTIFF libtiff=3.9.0
Event History
Jul 6, 2010
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2010-2483?
CVE-2010-2483 is considered a denial of service vulnerability that can cause application crashes.
2
How do I fix CVE-2010-2483?
To fix CVE-2010-2483, update LibTIFF to a version later than 3.9.0 that addresses this issue.
3
What versions of LibTIFF are affected by CVE-2010-2483?
LibTIFF version 3.9.0 is the only version known to be affected by CVE-2010-2483.
4
Can CVE-2010-2483 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2010-2483 can be exploited remotely through a specially crafted TIFF file.
5
What type of application is affected by CVE-2010-2483?
Applications that utilize LibTIFF 3.9.0 for image processing are affected by CVE-2010-2483.