CVE-2024-6716: Libtiff: out-of-memory issue in tiffreadencodedstrip() may lead to denial of service
A flaw was found in the libtiff library. An out-of-memory issue in the TIFFReadEncodedStrip function can be triggered when processing a crafted tiff file, allowing attackers to perform memory allocation of arbitrary sizes, resulting in a denial of service.
Reference: https://gitlab.com/libtiff/libtiff/-/issues/620
Upstream patch: https://gitlab.com/libtiff/libtiff/-/mergerequests/553
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-6716?
CVE-2024-6716 is categorized as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause denial of service through memory allocation issues.
How do I fix CVE-2024-6716?
To fix CVE-2024-6716, update to the latest version of the libtiff library that addresses this out-of-memory vulnerability.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-6716?
CVE-2024-6716 is an out-of-memory issue found in the TIFFReadEncodedStrip function of the libtiff library.
Which versions of libtiff are affected by CVE-2024-6716?
Specific versions of the libtiff library are affected by CVE-2024-6716, so it is recommended to check your current version and apply updates accordingly.
What can attackers achieve with CVE-2024-6716?
Attackers can exploit CVE-2024-6716 to trigger a denial of service condition by processing specially crafted TIFF files.