CWE
772
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2017-8354

First published: Sun Apr 30 2017(Updated: )

In ImageMagick 7.0.5-5, the ReadBMPImage function in bmp.c allows attackers to cause a denial of service (memory leak) via a crafted file.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
ImageMagick=7.0.5-5
Debian=8.0
Debian=9.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2017-8354?

    CVE-2017-8354 has a medium severity rating due to its potential denial of service through memory leaks.

  • How do I fix CVE-2017-8354?

    To fix CVE-2017-8354, upgrade ImageMagick to a version later than 7.0.5-5.

  • What types of attacks can CVE-2017-8354 cause?

    CVE-2017-8354 can cause denial of service attacks through crafted BMP files that exploit memory leaks.

  • Which software versions are affected by CVE-2017-8354?

    CVE-2017-8354 affects ImageMagick version 7.0.5-5 and specific Debian Linux versions 8.0 and 9.0.

  • Is CVE-2017-8354 exploitable in production environments?

    Yes, CVE-2017-8354 is exploitable in production environments that utilize vulnerable versions of ImageMagick.

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