CVE-2016-6520: Buffer Overflow

Published Dec 13, 2016
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Updated

Buffer overflow in MagickCore/enhance.c in ImageMagick before 7.0.2-7 allows remote attackers to have unspecified impact via vectors related to pixel cache morphology.

Affected Software

1 affected component
ImageMagick>=7.0.0-0<7.0.2-7

Event History

Dec 13, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:00 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2016-6520?

CVE-2016-6520 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote exploitation.

2

How do I fix CVE-2016-6520?

To fix CVE-2016-6520, upgrade ImageMagick to version 7.0.2-7 or later.

3

What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2016-6520?

CVE-2016-6520 can be exploited by remote attackers to cause a buffer overflow that may lead to arbitrary code execution.

4

Which versions of ImageMagick are affected by CVE-2016-6520?

Versions of ImageMagick prior to 7.0.2-7 are affected by CVE-2016-6520.

5

What components of ImageMagick are involved in CVE-2016-6520?

CVE-2016-6520 involves the MagickCore/enhance.c component of ImageMagick.

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