CVE-2017-11141: High severity imagemagick vulnerability
Last updated 24 July 2024
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The ReadMATImage function in coders\mat.c in ImageMagick 7.0.5-6 has a memory leak vulnerability that can cause memory exhaustion via a crafted MAT file, related to incorrect ordering of a SetImageExtent call.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-11141?
CVE-2017-11141 is a memory leak vulnerability in the ReadMATImage function in ImageMagick 7.0.5-6.
How does CVE-2017-11141 affect ImageMagick?
CVE-2017-11141 affects ImageMagick versions 7.0.5-6 and can cause memory exhaustion through a crafted MAT file.
What is the severity of CVE-2017-11141?
CVE-2017-11141 has a severity rating of high (6.5).
How can I fix CVE-2017-11141?
To fix CVE-2017-11141, update ImageMagick to version 8:6.9.7.4+dfsg-12 (for Ubuntu) or apply the appropriate Debian update.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2017-11141?
More information about CVE-2017-11141 can be found at the following references: [GitHub](https://github.com/ImageMagick/ImageMagick/issues/469), [SecurityFocus](http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/99506), [Launchpad](https://launchpad.net/bugs/cve/CVE-2017-11141).