REDHAT-BUG-1561741
First published: Wed Mar 28 2018(Updated: )
An issue was discovered in ImageMagick 7.0.7. A memory leak vulnerability was found in the function ReadPCDImage in coders/pcd.c, which allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service via a crafted file. References: <a href="https://github.com/ImageMagick/ImageMagick/issues/809">https://github.com/ImageMagick/ImageMagick/issues/809</a> Patches: <a href="https://github.com/ImageMagick/ImageMagick/commit/12a43437fec6f9245327636dc2730863bb9fdd8b">https://github.com/ImageMagick/ImageMagick/commit/12a43437fec6f9245327636dc2730863bb9fdd8b</a> <a href="https://github.com/ImageMagick/ImageMagick/commit/99718b41102f26f802311045e882aa947ef2941b">https://github.com/ImageMagick/ImageMagick/commit/99718b41102f26f802311045e882aa947ef2941b</a>
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| ImageMagick |
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Reference Links
- https://github.com/ImageMagick/ImageMagick/issues/809
- https://github.com/ImageMagick/ImageMagick/commit/12a43437fec6f9245327636dc2730863bb9fdd8b
- https://github.com/ImageMagick/ImageMagick/commit/99718b41102f26f802311045e882aa947ef2941b
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1561740
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2020:1180
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/cve-2017-18251
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1561741
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-1561741?
REDHAT-BUG-1561741 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability due to a memory leak in ImageMagick.
How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-1561741?
To fix REDHAT-BUG-1561741, upgrade ImageMagick to a version that addresses the identified memory leak.
What is the impact of REDHAT-BUG-1561741?
The impact of REDHAT-BUG-1561741 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service by exploiting a memory leak.
Which version of ImageMagick is affected by REDHAT-BUG-1561741?
ImageMagick versions prior to the fix for REDHAT-BUG-1561741 are affected by this memory leak vulnerability.
Can REDHAT-BUG-1561741 be exploited remotely?
Yes, REDHAT-BUG-1561741 can be exploited remotely using a specially crafted file.
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