CVE-2018-20189: Input Validation

Published Dec 17, 2018
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Updated

In GraphicsMagick 1.3.31, the ReadDIBImage function of coders/dib.c has a vulnerability allowing a crash and denial of service via a dib file that is crafted to appear with direct pixel values and also colormapping (which is not available beyond 8-bits/sample), and therefore lacks indexes initialization.

Affected Software

3 affected componentsFixes available
debian/graphicsmagick
1.4+really1.3.36+hg16481-2+deb11u11.4+really1.3.40-41.4+really1.3.45+hg17689-1
GraphicsMagick Graphicsmagick=1.3.31
Debian Debian Linux=8.0

Event History

Dec 17, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Description
Jan 11, 2024
Data Sourced
via Launchpad·10:58 PM
Description
Sep 16, 2024
Data Sourced
via Ubuntu·02:01 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2018-20189?

CVE-2018-20189 is a vulnerability found in GraphicsMagick 1.3.31 that allows a crash and denial of service via a crafted dib file.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2018-20189?

The severity of CVE-2018-20189 is medium with a severity value of 6.5.

3

How does CVE-2018-20189 affect GraphicsMagick?

CVE-2018-20189 affects GraphicsMagick 1.3.31, causing a crash and denial of service when processing a crafted dib file.

4

How can I fix CVE-2018-20189?

To fix CVE-2018-20189, you should update your GraphicsMagick installation to version 1.4+really1.3.35-1~deb10u2 or later.

5

Are there any additional references for CVE-2018-20189?

Yes, you can find more information about CVE-2018-20189 at the following links: http://hg.graphicsmagick.org/hg/GraphicsMagick/rev/648e2b406589, http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/106227, https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2018/12/msg00018.html.

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