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REDHAT-BUG-1563875

First published: Thu Apr 05 2018(Updated: )

A flaw was found in ImageMagick 7.0.7-26 Q16. An excessive iteration in the DecodeLabImage and EncodeLabImage functions (coders/tiff.c), which results in a hang (tens of minutes) with a tiny PoC file. Remote attackers could leverage this vulnerability to cause a denial of service via a crafted tiff file. References: <a href="https://github.com/ImageMagick/ImageMagick/issues/1072">https://github.com/ImageMagick/ImageMagick/issues/1072</a> Patch: <a href="https://github.com/ImageMagick/ImageMagick/commit/089fca04e0130549fa15f48ace3f56e30a06049a">https://github.com/ImageMagick/ImageMagick/commit/089fca04e0130549fa15f48ace3f56e30a06049a</a>

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
ImageMagick

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-1563875?

    The severity of REDHAT-BUG-1563875 is significant due to its potential to cause denial of service.

  • How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-1563875?

    To fix REDHAT-BUG-1563875, update to the latest version of ImageMagick that includes the necessary patches.

  • What causes the vulnerability REDHAT-BUG-1563875?

    REDHAT-BUG-1563875 is caused by excessive iterations in the DecodeLabImage and EncodeLabImage functions within ImageMagick.

  • Can REDHAT-BUG-1563875 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, REDHAT-BUG-1563875 can be exploited remotely by attackers using crafted TIFF files to trigger the vulnerability.

  • What impact does REDHAT-BUG-1563875 have on systems?

    The impact of REDHAT-BUG-1563875 on systems includes prolonged hangs and potential denial of service.

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