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CVE-2016-9540: tools/tiffcp.c in libtiff 4.0.6 has an out-of-bounds write on tiled images with odd tile width versus image...

tools/tiffcp.c in libtiff 4.0.6 has an out-of-bounds write on tiled images with odd tile width versus image width. Reported as MSVR 35103, aka "cpStripToTile heap-buffer-overflow."

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CVE-2016-9540 is a libtiff 4.0.6 flaw in the tiffcp tool. A specially shaped tiled TIFF image can trigger a heap out-of-bounds write when tiffcp converts strip data to tiles. Business risk is highest where untrusted TIFF files are processed automatically. Exposure is most likely on systems running libtiff 4.0.6 or distribution packages containing the vulnerable tiffcp code, especially image-processing workflows that accept external TIFF files. Treat as a targeted patching item for image-processing infrastructure, not an internet-wide emergency based on the provided evidence. Prioritize any automated intake path handling external TIFF files. Mitigation focus: Update libtiff through supported vendor packages or advisories.; Review Debian DSA-3762 and Red Hat RHSA-2017:0225 guidance.; For source builds, compare against the referenced upstream commit..

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