USN-6997-1: LibTIFF vulnerability
It was discovered that LibTIFF incorrectly handled memory. An attacker could possibly use this issue to cause the application to crash, resulting in a denial of service.
Affected Software
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of USN-6997-1?
USN-6997-1 has a severity rating indicating it could lead to a denial of service due to memory handling issues in LibTIFF.
How do I fix USN-6997-1?
To resolve USN-6997-1, update LibTIFF to the patched versions specified for your Ubuntu version.
Which versions of LibTIFF are affected by USN-6997-1?
USN-6997-1 affects multiple versions of LibTIFF, specifically versions prior to 4.5.1+git230720-4ubuntu2.2 for Ubuntu 24.04.
What software is impacted by USN-6997-1?
USN-6997-1 impacts the following Ubuntu versions: 16.04, 18.04, 20.04, 22.04, and 24.04 that use vulnerable LibTIFF packages.
What could happen if USN-6997-1 is not addressed?
If not addressed, USN-6997-1 could lead to application crashes and potential denial of service for users relying on LibTIFF.