CVE-2017-8357
First published: Sun Apr 30 2017(Updated: )
In ImageMagick 7.0.5-5, the ReadEPTImage function in ept.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-2017-8357?
CVE-2017-8357 has a medium severity level as it causes a denial of service due to a memory leak.
How do I fix CVE-2017-8357?
To fix CVE-2017-8357, upgrade ImageMagick to version 7.0.5-6 or later.
What type of attack does CVE-2017-8357 exploit?
CVE-2017-8357 exploits a flaw in the ReadEPTImage function to allow attackers to create a crafted file causing memory leaks.
Which versions of ImageMagick are affected by CVE-2017-8357?
CVE-2017-8357 affects ImageMagick version 7.0.5-5.
On which operating systems can CVE-2017-8357 be found?
CVE-2017-8357 has been identified on Debian GNU/Linux versions 8.0 and 9.0.
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