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CVE-2012-3437

UnknownEPSS 2.75%

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CVE-2012-3437 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The Magick_png_malloc function in coders/png.c in ImageMagick 6.7.8 and earlier does not use the proper variable type for the allocation size, which might allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a crafted PNG file that triggers incorrect memory allocation.. EPSS estimates a 2.75% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The Magick_png_malloc function in coders/png.c in ImageMagick 6.7.8 and earlier does not use the proper variable type for the allocation size, which might allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a crafted PNG file that triggers incorrect memory allocation.

Metrics

CVSS 3.0
/10
EPSS Probability
2.75%

84.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
ImagemagickImagemagick6.7.8-6

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2012-3437?
The Magick_png_malloc function in coders/png.c in ImageMagick 6.7.8 and earlier does not use the proper variable type for the allocation size, which might allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a crafted PNG file that triggers incorrect memory allocation.
How severe is CVE-2012-3437?
Severity scoring for CVE-2012-3437 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.75% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2012-3437?
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Source: NVD / NIST