CVE-2016-5321: Buffer Overflow
First published: Fri Jan 20 2017(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.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| debian/tiff | 4.1.0+git191117-2~deb10u4 4.1.0+git191117-2~deb10u8 4.2.0-1+deb11u4 4.5.0-6 4.5.1+git230720-1 | |
| SUSE Linux | =13.1 | |
| tiff | <=4.0.6 |
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Reference Links
- http://bugzilla.maptools.org/show_bug.cgi?id=2558#c2
- http://bugzilla.maptools.org/show_bug.cgi?id=2558
- http://bugzilla.maptools.org/attachment.cgi?id=657
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2016-5321
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2016-12/msg00017.html
- http://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-3762
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/91209
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201701-16
Frequently Asked Questions
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.
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.
Which versions of libtiff are affected by CVE-2016-5321?
CVE-2016-5321 affects libtiff versions 4.0.6 and earlier.
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.
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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