OSVDB ID: 27726 Title: LibTIFF NeXT RLE Decoder Image Handling Overflow |
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A local overflow exists in LibTIFF. The NeXT RLE decoder fails to validate RLE image files resulting in a heap overflow. With a specially crafted file, an attacker can cause arbitrary code execution resulting in a loss of integrity. |
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Local Access Required
Attack Type: Input Manipulation Impact: Loss of Integrity Exploit: Exploit Unknown Disclosure: OSVDB Verified |
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Upgrade to version 3.8.2 or higher, as it has been reported to fix this vulnerability. An upgrade is required as there are no known workarounds. |
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