CVE-2017-8356
First published: Sun Apr 30 2017(Updated: )
In ImageMagick 7.0.5-5, the ReadSUNImage function in sun.c allows attackers to cause a denial of service (memory leak) via a crafted file.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How 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-2017-8356?
CVE-2017-8356 has a severity classification that indicates a denial of service due to a memory leak.
How do I fix CVE-2017-8356?
To mitigate CVE-2017-8356, upgrade ImageMagick to a version later than 7.0.5-5 that addresses this vulnerability.
What are the impacts of CVE-2017-8356?
CVE-2017-8356 can lead to a denial of service which may result in application crashes due to memory leaks.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2017-8356?
CVE-2017-8356 affects ImageMagick version 7.0.5-5 along with specific versions of Debian GNU/Linux.
How can attackers exploit CVE-2017-8356?
Attackers can exploit CVE-2017-8356 by using a crafted SUN image file to trigger memory leakage.
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