CVE-2017-7593: Buffer Overflow
Last updated 24 July 2024
Other sources
tifread.c in LibTIFF 4.0.7 does not ensure that tifrawdata is properly initialized, which might allow remote attackers to obtain sensitive information from process memory 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
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-7593?
CVE-2017-7593 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability due to the potential for information disclosure.
How do I fix CVE-2017-7593?
To mitigate CVE-2017-7593, update the LibTIFF library to a version later than 4.0.7.
What types of systems are affected by CVE-2017-7593?
CVE-2017-7593 affects systems running LibTIFF version 4.0.7 and certain Debian packages like tiff version 4.2.0 and 4.5.0.
What can an attacker gain from exploiting CVE-2017-7593?
An attacker exploiting CVE-2017-7593 could gain access to sensitive information from the process memory of the affected application.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2017-7593 if I cannot update?
Currently, there are no known effective workarounds for CVE-2017-7593, so updating the library is the recommended approach.