QID 354256

Date Published: 2022-12-12

QID 354256: Amazon Linux Security Advisory for libtiff : ALAS-2022-1644

A stack buffer overflow flaw was found in libtiffs' tiffcp.c in main() function.
This flaw allows an attacker to pass a crafted tiff file to the tiffcp tool, triggering a stack buffer overflow issue, possibly corrupting the memory, and causing a crash that leads to a denial of service. (
( CVE-2022-1355) a vulnerability was found in libtiff.
It has been classified as critical.
This affects the function tiffreadrgbatileext of the file libtiff/tif_getimage.c.
The manipulation leads to integer overflow.
It is possible to initiate the attack remotely.
The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used.
The name of the patch is 227500897dfb07fb7d27f7aa570050e62617e3be.
It is recommended to apply a patch to fix this issue.
The identifier vdb-213549 was assigned to this vulnerability. (
( CVE-2022-3970)



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Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to a securitybreach or could affect integrity, availability, and confidentiality.

  • CVSS V3 rated as Critical - 9.8 severity.
  • CVSS V2 rated as Medium - 5.4 severity.
  • Solution
    Please refer to Amazon advisory: ALAS-2022-1644 for affected packages and patching details, or update with your package manager.
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    ALAS-2022-1644 Amazon Linux URL Logo alas.aws.amazon.com/ALAS-2022-1644.html