Vulnerability Description
The function t2p_write_pdf in tiff2pdf.c in LibTIFF 4.0.9 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (heap-based buffer overflow and application crash) or possibly have unspecified other impact via a crafted TIFF file, a similar issue to CVE-2017-9935.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Libtiff | Libtiff | 4.0.9 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://bugzilla.maptools.org/show_bug.cgi?id=2816ExploitIssue TrackingThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105445Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://github.com/Hack-Me/Pocs_for_Multi_Versions/tree/main/CVE-2018-17795
- http://bugzilla.maptools.org/show_bug.cgi?id=2816ExploitIssue TrackingThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105445Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://github.com/Hack-Me/Pocs_for_Multi_Versions/tree/main/CVE-2018-17795
FAQ
What is CVE-2018-17795?
CVE-2018-17795 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). The function t2p_write_pdf in tiff2pdf.c in LibTIFF 4.0.9 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (heap-based buffer overflow and application crash) or possibly have unspecifi...
How severe is CVE-2018-17795?
CVE-2018-17795 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-2018-17795?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Libtiff Libtiff.