CVE-2016-9537: Buffer Overflow
First published: Tue Nov 22 2016(Updated: )
tools/tiffcrop.c in libtiff 4.0.6 has out-of-bounds write vulnerabilities in buffers. Reported as MSVR 35093, MSVR 35096, and MSVR 35097.
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 | |
| libtiff | =4.0.6 |
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Reference Links
- https://github.com/vadz/libtiff/commit/83a4b92815ea04969d494416eaae3d4c6b338e4a#diff-c8b4b355f9b5c06d585b23138e1c185f
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2016-9537
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2017-0225.html
- http://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-3762
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94484
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94746
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-9537?
The severity of CVE-2016-9537 is considered high due to the potential for out-of-bounds write vulnerabilities leading to memory corruption.
How do I fix CVE-2016-9537?
To fix CVE-2016-9537, upgrade to tiff versions 4.1.0+git191117-2~deb10u4 or later, or apply available patches.
What software is affected by CVE-2016-9537?
CVE-2016-9537 affects libtiff version 4.0.6 and potentially earlier versions.
Can CVE-2016-9537 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2016-9537 could potentially be exploited remotely if an attacker can manipulate input to the vulnerable software.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2016-9537?
The potential impacts of CVE-2016-9537 include application crashes, data corruption, and unauthorized access to system memory.
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