Vulnerability Description
The LZWEncode function in tif_lzw.c in the bmp2tiff tool in LibTIFF 4.0.6 and earlier, when the "-c lzw" option is used, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (buffer over-read) via a crafted BMP image.
CVSS Score
8.8
HIGH
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Libtiff | Libtiff | <= 4.0.6 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://bugzilla.maptools.org/show_bug.cgi?id=2565Issue Tracking
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/04/07/3Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1035508
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201701-16
- http://bugzilla.maptools.org/show_bug.cgi?id=2565Issue Tracking
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/04/07/3Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1035508
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201701-16
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-3621?
CVE-2016-3621 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). The LZWEncode function in tif_lzw.c in the bmp2tiff tool in LibTIFF 4.0.6 and earlier, when the "-c lzw" option is used, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (buffer over-read) via a c...
How severe is CVE-2016-3621?
CVE-2016-3621 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-3621?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Libtiff Libtiff.