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CVE-2012-3438

UnknownEPSS 2.47%

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CVE-2012-3438 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The Magick_png_malloc function in coders/png.c in GraphicsMagick 6.7.8-6 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 2.47% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The Magick_png_malloc function in coders/png.c in GraphicsMagick 6.7.8-6 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

EPSS Probability
2.47%

82.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
GraphicsmagickGraphicsmagick1.3.16

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2012-3438?
The Magick_png_malloc function in coders/png.c in GraphicsMagick 6.7.8-6 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-2012-3438?
Severity scoring for CVE-2012-3438 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.47% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2012-3438?
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Source: NVD / NIST