CVE-2019-9144
UnknownEPSS 2.78%
Last modified
CVE-2019-9144 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. An issue was discovered in Exiv2 0.27. There is infinite recursion at BigTiffImage::printIFD in the file bigtiffimage.cpp. EPSS estimates a 2.78% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in Exiv2 0.27. There is infinite recursion at BigTiffImage::printIFD in the file bigtiffimage.cpp. This can be triggered by a crafted file. It allows an attacker to cause Denial of Service (Segmentation fault) or possibly have unspecified other impact.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Exiv2 | Exiv2 | 0.27 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/107161Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://github.com/Exiv2/exiv2/issues/712Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/107161Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://github.com/Exiv2/exiv2/issues/712Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-9144?
An issue was discovered in Exiv2 0.27. There is infinite recursion at BigTiffImage::printIFD in the file bigtiffimage.cpp. This can be triggered by a crafted file. It allows an attacker to cause Denial of Service (Segmentation fault) or possibly have unspecified other impact.
How severe is CVE-2019-9144?
Severity scoring for CVE-2019-9144 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.78% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-9144?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2019-9144?
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