CVE-2016-9273
UnknownEPSS 3.80%
Last modified
CVE-2016-9273 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. tiffsplit in libtiff 4.0.6 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read) via a crafted file, related to changing td_nstrips in TIFF_STRIPCHOP mode.. EPSS estimates a 3.80% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
tiffsplit in libtiff 4.0.6 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read) via a crafted file, related to changing td_nstrips in TIFF_STRIPCHOP mode.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Libtiff | Libtiff | 4.0.6 |
References
- http://bugzilla.maptools.org/show_bug.cgi?id=2587Issue Tracking
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/11/09/20Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/11/11/6Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94271Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://bugzilla.maptools.org/show_bug.cgi?id=2587Issue Tracking
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/11/09/20Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/11/11/6Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94271Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-9273?
tiffsplit in libtiff 4.0.6 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read) via a crafted file, related to changing td_nstrips in TIFF_STRIPCHOP mode.
How severe is CVE-2016-9273?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-9273 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.80% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-9273?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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