Heap Buffer Overflow in libtiff Library Affecting Multiple Vendors

CVE-2023-30774

What is CVE-2023-30774?

A vulnerability present in the libtiff library results in a heap buffer overflow triggered by specific values, namely TIFFTAG_INKNAMES and TIFFTAG_NUMBEROFINKS. This flaw can lead to potential exploitation scenarios impacting the stability and security of the applications leveraging this library. It highlights the necessity for immediate patching procedures for all developers and users dependent on affected versions of libtiff to mitigate any risks associated with this vulnerability.

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