CVE-2017-8355: Medium severity imagemagick vulnerability
Published Apr 30, 2017
·Updated
In ImageMagick 7.0.5-5, the ReadMTVImage function in mtv.c allows attackers to cause a denial of service (memory leak) via a crafted file.
Affected Software
3 affected components
ImageMagick ImageMagick=7.0.5-5
Debian Debian Linux=8.0
Debian Debian Linux=9.0
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Apr 30, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2017-8355?
CVE-2017-8355 has a medium severity rating due to its potential to cause a denial of service through a memory leak.
2
How do I fix CVE-2017-8355?
To fix CVE-2017-8355, you should upgrade to a patched version of ImageMagick that resolves the vulnerability.
3
What versions of ImageMagick are affected by CVE-2017-8355?
CVE-2017-8355 specifically affects ImageMagick version 7.0.5-5.
4
Can CVE-2017-8355 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2017-8355 can be exploited remotely by an attacker using a crafted file.
5
What impact does CVE-2017-8355 have on systems?
CVE-2017-8355 results in a denial of service condition due to excessive memory consumption.