Moderate: libtiff security update
Summary
ALSA-2020:4634: Moderate: libtiff security update. Affects libtiff-tools versions < 4.0.9-18.el8. Fixed in 4.0.9-18.el8. How to fix ↓
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Background
The libtiff packages contain a library of functions for manipulating Tagged Image File Format (TIFF) files. It is commonly used for image processing and manipulation in various applications.
Vulnerability Detail
The libtiff package is affected by an integer overflow vulnerability in the tif_getimage.c file. This vulnerability can lead to a heap-based buffer overflow, potentially allowing an attacker to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service. The vulnerability is identified as CVE-2019-17546.
How To Fix
Minimum fixed version
4.0.9-18.el8
This is the first release that contains the fix.
sudo dnf update libtiff-toolsTip — Not sure which version your app runs? Vulert can match this fix to it. Scan free →
Workaround
There is no known workaround for this vulnerability. It is essential to apply the security update to mitigate the risk.
Conclusion
The libtiff package is affected by an integer overflow vulnerability that can lead to a heap-based buffer overflow. To mitigate the risk, it is recommended to update the libtiff package to version 4.0.9-18.el8 or later. There are no known workarounds for this vulnerability. For further support on vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
Libtiff is a library for manipulating TIFF files, which are commonly used for storing images. It provides functions for reading, writing, and manipulating TIFF files.
The vulnerability in libtiff can allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service. This can potentially lead to unauthorized access, data loss, or system compromise.
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There are no known public exploits for this vulnerability at the time of this advisory. However, it is crucial to apply the security update to protect your system from potential attacks.
You can find more information about this vulnerability, including the CVE details, in the AlmaLinux Security Advisory ALSA-2020:4634 at https://github.com/AlmaLinux/osv-database/blob/master/advisories/almalinux8/ALSA-2020:4634.json
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