REDHAT-BUG-2215206: Use After Free
First published: Thu Jun 15 2023(Updated: )
loadImage() in tools/tiffcrop.c in LibTIFF through 4.5.0 has a heap-based use after free via a crafted TIFF image. <a href="https://gitlab.com/libtiff/libtiff/-/merge_requests/472">https://gitlab.com/libtiff/libtiff/-/merge_requests/472</a>
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| TIFF | <4.5.0 |
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Reference Links
- https://gitlab.com/libtiff/libtiff/-/merge_requests/472
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=2215222
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=2215223
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=2215224
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=2215226
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2023:6575
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=2215206
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-2215206?
REDHAT-BUG-2215206 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for exploit via crafted TIFF images.
How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-2215206?
To fix REDHAT-BUG-2215206, upgrade to LibTIFF version 4.5.0 or later.
What software is affected by REDHAT-BUG-2215206?
REDHAT-BUG-2215206 affects LibTIFF versions prior to 4.5.0.
What type of vulnerability is REDHAT-BUG-2215206?
REDHAT-BUG-2215206 is a heap-based use after free vulnerability.
Can I exploit REDHAT-BUG-2215206 remotely?
Yes, REDHAT-BUG-2215206 can potentially be exploited remotely through crafted TIFF images.
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