CVE-2023-6228
LOWCVSS 3.3/10EPSS 0.40%
Last modified
CVE-2023-6228 is a low-severity vulnerability rated 3.3/10 on the CVSS scale. An issue was found in the tiffcp utility distributed by the libtiff package where a crafted TIFF file on processing may cause a heap-based buffer overflow leads to an application crash.. EPSS estimates a 0.40% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was found in the tiffcp utility distributed by the libtiff package where a crafted TIFF file on processing may cause a heap-based buffer overflow leads to an application crash.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:L
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Libtiff | Libtiff | All versions |
References
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2023-6228Vendor Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=2240995Issue Tracking, Vendor Advisory
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2023-6228Vendor Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=2240995Issue Tracking, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-6228?
An issue was found in the tiffcp utility distributed by the libtiff package where a crafted TIFF file on processing may cause a heap-based buffer overflow leads to an application crash.
How severe is CVE-2023-6228?
CVE-2023-6228 has a CVSS score of 3.3/10 (LOW severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.40% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-6228?
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-2023-6228?
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