There’s been no corroboration to the claim that the lightened photo was done by CNN.
Sundance at Conservative Treehouse has been silent on attribution for his claim. He has however, left the photo posted and his claim that it is the work of CNN.
Confirmation is necessary from Sundance. A statement from CNN would be helpful.
Lightening an im,age does not require Photoshop, I can replicate the washout and other elements with brightness and contrast
The picture has definitely been tampered with, I know it is on the list not to post but go to RT.com, have an excellent article and better images to review