CVE-2016-7449
First published: Mon Feb 06 2017(Updated: )
The TIFFGetField function in coders/tiff.c in GraphicsMagick 1.3.24 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds heap read) via a file containing an "unterminated" string.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| ImageMagick | =1.3.24 | |
| Debian | =8.0 | |
| openSUSE | =42.1 | |
| openSUSE | =13.2 |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2016-10/msg00094.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2016-10/msg00097.html
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/09/18/8
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93074
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1374233
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2018/06/msg00009.html
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-7449?
CVE-2016-7449 has a severity rating that indicates it can lead to a denial of service due to an out-of-bounds heap read.
How do I fix CVE-2016-7449?
To fix CVE-2016-7449, update GraphicsMagick to version 1.3.25 or later.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2016-7449?
CVE-2016-7449 affects GraphicsMagick version 1.3.24 and certain versions of Debian and openSUSE Linux.
Can CVE-2016-7449 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2016-7449 can be exploited by remote attackers through specially crafted TIFF files.
Does CVE-2016-7449 affect only Linux systems?
While CVE-2016-7449 is mentioned in relation to Linux distributions, it primarily affects the GraphicsMagick software, which may run on various platforms.
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