CVE-2010-2596: Input Validation
Published Jul 1, 2010
·Updated
The OJPEGPostDecode function in tifojpeg.c in LibTIFF 3.9.0 and 3.9.2, as used in tiff2ps, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (assertion failure and application exit) via a crafted TIFF image, related to "downsampled OJPEG input."
Affected Software
2 affected components
LibTIFF libtiff=3.9.2
LibTIFF libtiff=3.9.0
Event History
Jul 1, 2010
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2010-2596?
CVE-2010-2596 has a medium severity level due to its potential to cause denial of service.
2
How do I fix CVE-2010-2596?
To fix CVE-2010-2596, you should update to LibTIFF version 3.9.2 or later.
3
What software versions are affected by CVE-2010-2596?
CVE-2010-2596 affects LibTIFF versions 3.9.0 and 3.9.2.
4
What type of attack can CVE-2010-2596 exploit?
CVE-2010-2596 can be exploited through crafted TIFF images that trigger an assertion failure.
5
What is the impact of CVE-2010-2596 on the system?
The impact of CVE-2010-2596 is that it may lead to application crashes, causing denial of service.