Stack-based Buffer Overflow in ImageMagick Affects Multiple Versions
CVE-2014-1947

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Imagemagick
Status
Imagemagick
Vendor
CVE Published:
17 February 2020

Summary

A stack-based buffer overflow exists in the WritePSDImage function within the coders/psd.c file of ImageMagick. This vulnerability arises when handling a PSD image file that contains an excessive number of layers. Attackers can exploit this weakness, potentially leading to a denial of service scenario where the application may crash or even allow the execution of arbitrary code. It is crucial for users of affected versions to implement updates and patches to mitigate risks associated with this vulnerability.

References

http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/02/12/13
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http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/02/12/2
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http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/02/13/2
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EPSS Score

5% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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