CVE-2025-8177

A flaw was found in libtiff. The setrow function in file tools/thumbnail.c contains a buffer overflow vulnerability triggered by manipulation of image data, which can allow a local attacker to cause a denial of service. This overflow occurs when processing a crafted file. The vulnerability stems from insufficient bounds checking during row data assignment.

This vulnerability has been rated Important because it involves a buffer overflow in the setrow function of LibTIFF’s thumbnail tool, which could allow a local attacker to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service. While the attack requires local access, successful exploitation could result in loss of confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system.

The CVSS score(s) listed for this vulnerability do not reflect the associated product's status, and are included for informational purposes to better understand the severity of this vulnerability.

Mitigation for this issue is either not available or the currently available options do not meet the Red Hat Product Security criteria comprising ease of use and deployment, applicability to widespread installation base or stability.