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CVE-2005-1275: Buffer Overflow

First published: Mon Apr 25 2005(Updated: )

Heap-based buffer overflow in the ReadPNMImage function in pnm.c for ImageMagick 6.2.1 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via a PNM file with a small colors value.

Credit: secalert@redhat.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
ImageMagick=1.0
ImageMagick=1.0.6
ImageMagick=1.1
ImageMagick=1.1.3
ImageMagick=1.1.4
ImageMagick=1.1.5
ImageMagick=6.0
ImageMagick=6.0.1
ImageMagick=6.0.2
ImageMagick=6.0.2.5
ImageMagick=6.0.3
ImageMagick=6.0.4
ImageMagick=6.0.5
ImageMagick=6.0.6
ImageMagick=6.0.7
ImageMagick=6.0.8
ImageMagick=6.1
ImageMagick=6.1.1.6
ImageMagick=6.1.2
ImageMagick=6.1.3
ImageMagick=6.1.4
ImageMagick=6.1.5
ImageMagick=6.1.6
ImageMagick=6.1.7
ImageMagick=6.1.8
ImageMagick=6.2
ImageMagick=6.2.0.4
ImageMagick=6.2.0.7
ImageMagick=6.2.1

Remedy

http://www.imagemagick.org/script/changelog.php

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2005-1275?

    CVE-2005-1275 has a severity rating that indicates it can lead to a denial of service through application crashes.

  • How do I fix CVE-2005-1275?

    To fix CVE-2005-1275, update ImageMagick or GraphicsMagick to a version later than 6.2.1 or 1.0.6 respectively.

  • Which software versions are affected by CVE-2005-1275?

    CVE-2005-1275 affects ImageMagick versions 6.2.1 and earlier and GraphicsMagick versions 1.0 and 1.x.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2005-1275?

    CVE-2005-1275 is a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability.

  • Can CVE-2005-1275 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2005-1275 can be exploited remotely through specially crafted PNM files.

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