CVE-2017-12662
First published: Mon Aug 07 2017(Updated: )
ImageMagick 7.0.6-2 has a memory leak vulnerability in WritePDFImage in coders/pdf.c.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| ImageMagick | =7.0.6-2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-12662?
CVE-2017-12662 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its memory leak that can affect resource availability.
How do I fix CVE-2017-12662?
To fix CVE-2017-12662, upgrade ImageMagick to a version higher than 7.0.6-2 where the memory leak is addressed.
What impact does CVE-2017-12662 have on ImageMagick?
CVE-2017-12662 can lead to excessive memory consumption over time, potentially exhausting system resources.
Which versions of ImageMagick are affected by CVE-2017-12662?
CVE-2017-12662 affects ImageMagick version 7.0.6-2.
Is CVE-2017-12662 exploitable in a production environment?
While CVE-2017-12662 is not directly exploitable for arbitrary code execution, it can still disrupt service availability due to memory leaks.
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