CVE-2017-6498
UnknownEPSS 1.32%
Last modified
CVE-2017-6498 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. An issue was discovered in ImageMagick 6.9.7. Incorrect TGA files could trigger assertion failures, thus leading to DoS.. EPSS estimates a 1.32% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in ImageMagick 6.9.7. Incorrect TGA files could trigger assertion failures, thus leading to DoS.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Imagemagick | Imagemagick | 6.9.7 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 8.0 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 9.0 |
References
- http://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-3808Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96591Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://bugs.debian.org/856878Issue Tracking, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/ImageMagick/ImageMagick/pull/359Patch, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-3808Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96591Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://bugs.debian.org/856878Issue Tracking, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/ImageMagick/ImageMagick/pull/359Patch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-6498?
An issue was discovered in ImageMagick 6.9.7. Incorrect TGA files could trigger assertion failures, thus leading to DoS.
How severe is CVE-2017-6498?
Severity scoring for CVE-2017-6498 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.32% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-6498?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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