CVE-2016-5321: Buffer Overflow

Published Jan 20, 2017
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Updated

The DumpModeDecode function in libtiff 4.0.6 and earlier allows attackers to cause a denial of service (invalid read and crash) via a crafted tiff image.

Affected Software

3 affected componentsFixes available
debian/tiff
4.1.0+git191117-2~deb10u44.1.0+git191117-2~deb10u84.2.0-1+deb11u44.5.0-64.5.1+git230720-1
openSUSE openSUSE=13.1
LibTIFF libtiff<=4.0.6

Event History

Jan 20, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:59 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2016-5321?

CVE-2016-5321 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability due to its potential to cause application crashes.

2

How do I fix CVE-2016-5321?

To resolve CVE-2016-5321, upgrade to a version of libtiff that is 4.1.0 or later, such as 4.1.0+git191117-2~deb10u4.

3

Which versions of libtiff are affected by CVE-2016-5321?

CVE-2016-5321 affects libtiff versions 4.0.6 and earlier.

4

Can CVE-2016-5321 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2016-5321 can be exploited by an attacker using a crafted TIFF image to trigger the vulnerability.

5

What platforms are impacted by CVE-2016-5321?

CVE-2016-5321 impacts platforms using libtiff versions up to 4.0.6, including Debian and openSUSE.

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