CVE-2017-7601: Input Validation
Last updated 25 August 2025
Other sources
LibTIFF 4.0.7 has a "shift exponent too large for 64-bit type long" 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.
— Launchpad
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+deb11u8Fixed in 4.5.0-6+deb12u4Fixed in 4.7.0-3+deb13u2Fixed in 4.7.2-1
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-7601?
CVE-2017-7601 is considered to have a moderate severity level due to its potential to cause a denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2017-7601?
To fix CVE-2017-7601, update to version 4.2.0-1+deb11u5 or later for Debian packages, or ensure any affected version of libtiff is patched.
What types of systems are affected by CVE-2017-7601?
CVE-2017-7601 affects systems using libtiff version 4.0.7, including certain Debian packages.
What issues can CVE-2017-7601 cause?
CVE-2017-7601 can cause application crashes and could potentially result in other unspecified security impacts.
How can remote attackers exploit CVE-2017-7601?
Remote attackers can exploit CVE-2017-7601 by using crafted images that trigger the undefined behavior in libtiff.