8.8
CWE
125
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2017-17880

First published: Sun Dec 24 2017(Updated: )

In ImageMagick 7.0.7-16 Q16 x86_64 2017-12-21, there is a stack-based buffer over-read in WriteWEBPImage in coders/webp.c, related to a WEBP_DECODER_ABI_VERSION check.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
ImageMagick=7.0.7-16

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2017-17880?

    CVE-2017-17880 has a high severity due to the potential for a stack-based buffer over-read.

  • How do I fix CVE-2017-17880?

    To resolve CVE-2017-17880, upgrade ImageMagick to a version later than 7.0.7-16.

  • What is the impact of CVE-2017-17880?

    The impact of CVE-2017-17880 can allow an attacker to exploit the buffer over-read, potentially leading to denial of service or exposure of sensitive information.

  • Which versions of ImageMagick are affected by CVE-2017-17880?

    CVE-2017-17880 affects ImageMagick version 7.0.7-16 and earlier versions.

  • What components are involved in CVE-2017-17880?

    CVE-2017-17880 specifically involves the WriteWEBPImage function located in the coders/webp.c file of ImageMagick.

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