CVE-2016-10069: Input Validation
First published: Thu Jan 05 2017(Updated: )
A vulnerability was found in ImageMagick in mat.c file. A maliciously crafted file could cause the application to crash. References: <a href="http://seclists.org/oss-sec/2016/q4/758">http://seclists.org/oss-sec/2016/q4/758</a> <a href="https://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=845244">https://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=845244</a> Upstream patch: <a href="https://github.com/ImageMagick/ImageMagick/commit/8a370f9ab120faf182aa160900ba692ba8e2bcf0">https://github.com/ImageMagick/ImageMagick/commit/8a370f9ab120faf182aa160900ba692ba8e2bcf0</a>
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| redhat/ImageMagick | <6.9.4 | 6.9.4 |
| ImageMagick | <=6.9.4-4 | |
| openSUSE Leap | =42.1 |
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Reference Links
- http://seclists.org/oss-sec/2016/q4/758
- https://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=845244
- https://github.com/ImageMagick/ImageMagick/commit/8a370f9ab120faf182aa160900ba692ba8e2bcf0
- https://access.redhat.com/security/updates/classification/
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1410515
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1410507
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2017-02/msg00028.html
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/12/26/9
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95216
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-10069?
The severity of CVE-2016-10069 is considered moderate due to its potential to cause application crashes.
How do I fix CVE-2016-10069?
To fix CVE-2016-10069, update ImageMagick to version 6.9.4 or later.
What software is affected by CVE-2016-10069?
CVE-2016-10069 affects ImageMagick versions up to 6.9.4 and specific distributions such as Red Hat and openSUSE Leap.
What is the impact of CVE-2016-10069?
The impact of CVE-2016-10069 is that a maliciously crafted file can lead to application crashes and potential denial of service.
Is CVE-2016-10069 related to file handling in ImageMagick?
Yes, CVE-2016-10069 is related to vulnerabilities in handling certain file types within ImageMagick.
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