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8.8

Cleanstart TIFF may execute unwanted code

published 4 days ago
Summary

The TIFF image handling library used by Cleanstart can be manipulated to run unwanted programs when it processes specially crafted image files. This could allow an attacker to take control of the affected system. Update the TIFF package to the latest version or apply the vendor’s recommended patch.

What to do
  • Update cleanstart tiff to version 4.0.10-r0.
Affected software
Ecosystem VendorProductAffected versions
CleanStart cleanstart tiff < 4.0.10-r0
Fix: upgrade to 4.0.10-r0
Original advisory text
LibTIFF 3
Security vulnerability affects the tiff package. LibTIFF 3.
Fix within
Internet-facing 14 days
Internal At next upgrade
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Needs hands-on effort to exploit (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker full control (estimated)
Severity
8.8 High
Timeline
Published31 Oct 2026
Updated31 Oct 2026
First seen31 Oct 2026
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