CVE-2016-5239: Command Injection
First published: Mon May 09 2016(Updated: )
It was found that gnuplot delegate functionality in ImageMagick and GraphicsMagick allows system command injection while interpreting gnuplot files. Upstream patch (ImageMagick): <a href="http://git.imagemagick.org/repos/ImageMagick/commit/70a2cf326ed32bedee144b961005">http://git.imagemagick.org/repos/ImageMagick/commit/70a2cf326ed32bedee144b961005</a> Upstream patch (GraphicsMagick): <a href="http://hg.code.sf.net/p/graphicsmagick/code/rev/45998a25992d">http://hg.code.sf.net/p/graphicsmagick/code/rev/45998a25992d</a>
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| ImageMagick | <=6.9.3-9 |
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Reference Links
- http://git.imagemagick.org/repos/ImageMagick/commit/70a2cf326ed32bedee144b961005c63846541a16
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/06/02/13
- http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/topics/security/linuxbulletinapr2016-2952096.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/91018
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2016:1237
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2018/08/msg00002.html
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-5239?
CVE-2016-5239 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for system command injection.
How do I fix CVE-2016-5239?
To fix CVE-2016-5239, update ImageMagick to version 6.9.3-10 or later where the vulnerability has been addressed.
What software is affected by CVE-2016-5239?
CVE-2016-5239 affects ImageMagick versions up to 6.9.3-9.
What types of attacks can be executed through CVE-2016-5239?
CVE-2016-5239 can be exploited to execute arbitrary commands on the host system through specially crafted gnuplot files.
Is CVE-2016-5239 similar to other command injection vulnerabilities?
Yes, CVE-2016-5239 is similar to other command injection vulnerabilities as it allows attackers to execute system commands under certain conditions.
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