CVE-2017-7592: Input Validation
Last updated 24 July 2024
Other sources
The putagreytile function in tifgetimage.c in LibTIFF 4.0.7 has a left-shift undefined behavior issue, which might allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) or possibly have unspecified other impact via a crafted image.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
debian/tiffto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 4.2.0-1+deb11u5Fixed in 4.2.0-1+deb11u6Fixed in 4.5.0-6+deb12u2Fixed in 4.5.0-6+deb12u1Fixed in 4.7.0-3 - Upgrade
Upgrade
LibTIFF 4.0.7to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 4.0.7
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-7592?
CVE-2017-7592 has a severity rating that indicates a potential denial of service attack through an application crash.
How do I fix CVE-2017-7592?
To fix CVE-2017-7592, upgrade LibTIFF to version 4.2.0-1+deb11u5 or later.
Which versions of LibTIFF are affected by CVE-2017-7592?
CVE-2017-7592 affects LibTIFF version 4.0.7, among other specific versions.
Can CVE-2017-7592 lead to data security issues?
CVE-2017-7592 can lead to a denial of service, but it does not directly allow for data breaches.
What software is impacted by CVE-2017-7592?
CVE-2017-7592 primarily impacts the LibTIFF library and specifically the tiff package on Debian systems.