CVE-2017-13727
UnknownEPSS 2.25%
Last modified
CVE-2017-13727 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. There is a reachable assertion abort in the function TIFFWriteDirectoryTagSubifd() in LibTIFF 4.0.8, related to tif_dirwrite.c and a SubIFD tag. A crafted input will lead to a remote denial of service attack.. EPSS estimates a 2.25% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
There is a reachable assertion abort in the function TIFFWriteDirectoryTagSubifd() in LibTIFF 4.0.8, related to tif_dirwrite.c and a SubIFD tag. A crafted input will lead to a remote denial of service attack.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Libtiff | Libtiff | 4.0.8 |
References
- http://bugzilla.maptools.org/show_bug.cgi?id=2728Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- http://bugzilla.maptools.org/show_bug.cgi?id=2728Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-13727?
There is a reachable assertion abort in the function TIFFWriteDirectoryTagSubifd() in LibTIFF 4.0.8, related to tif_dirwrite.c and a SubIFD tag. A crafted input will lead to a remote denial of service attack.
How severe is CVE-2017-13727?
Severity scoring for CVE-2017-13727 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.25% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-13727?
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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