Vulnerability Description
The _TIFFVGetField function in tif_dir.c in libtiff 4.0.6 allows attackers to cause a denial of service (invalid memory write and crash) or possibly have unspecified other impact via crafted field data in an extension tag in a TIFF image.
CVSS Score
CRITICAL
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Libtiff | Libtiff | 4.0.6 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2016-01/msg00078.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2016-01/msg00081.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2016-01/msg00100.html
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/135078/libtiff-4.0.6-Invalid-Write.htmlExploit
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2016-1546.html
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2016-1547.html
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2015/Dec/119Exploit
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2015/12/26/7Exploit
- http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/topics/security/linuxbulletinjul2016-3090544.h
- http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/topics/security/ovmbulletinjul2016-3090546.htm
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/537205/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/79699
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201701-16
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2016-01/msg00078.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2016-01/msg00081.html
FAQ
What is CVE-2015-7554?
CVE-2015-7554 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). The _TIFFVGetField function in tif_dir.c in libtiff 4.0.6 allows attackers to cause a denial of service (invalid memory write and crash) or possibly have unspecified other impact via crafted field dat...
How severe is CVE-2015-7554?
CVE-2015-7554 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.
Is there a patch for CVE-2015-7554?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Libtiff Libtiff.