CVE-2012-5581: Stack-based buffer overflow in tif_dir.c in LibTIFF before 4.0.2 allows remote attackers to cause a denial...

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2012-5581 is a LibTIFF flaw where a specially crafted TIFF image can crash software that processes it and may allow code execution. The issue affects LibTIFF before 4.0.2. Business risk is highest where untrusted images enter document conversion, scanning, upload, email, print, or thumbnailing pipelines. Exposure is likely in systems using LibTIFF before 4.0.2 or distribution packages predating the cited advisories, especially if they process TIFF files from users, partners, email, archives, scanners, or document workflows. Prioritize remediation for internet-facing or automated file-processing services that accept TIFF images. Legacy servers and document pipelines are the main concern. Treat this as high priority where untrusted files are processed, but do not claim emergency active exploitation from the provided evidence. Mitigation focus: Upgrade LibTIFF to 4.0.2 or later where upstream versioning applies.; Apply fixed OS vendor packages from Debian, Ubuntu, Red Hat, or openSUSE advisories.; Restrict untrusted TIFF processing until vulnerable libraries are replaced..

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Jun 24, 2026, 12:04 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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