CVE-2019-9956
UnknownEPSS 5.92%
Last modified
CVE-2019-9956 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. In ImageMagick 7.0.8-35 Q16, there is a stack-based buffer overflow in the function PopHexPixel of coders/ps.c, which allows an attacker to cause a denial of service or code execution via a crafted image file.. EPSS estimates a 5.92% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In ImageMagick 7.0.8-35 Q16, there is a stack-based buffer overflow in the function PopHexPixel of coders/ps.c, which allows an attacker to cause a denial of service or code execution via a crafted image file.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Imagemagick | Imagemagick | 7.0.8-35 | Q16 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 9.0 | — |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/107546Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/107672Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://github.com/ImageMagick/ImageMagick/issues/1523Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://seclists.org/bugtraq/2019/Apr/37Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.debian.org/security/2019/dsa-4436Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/107546Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/107672Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://github.com/ImageMagick/ImageMagick/issues/1523Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://seclists.org/bugtraq/2019/Apr/37Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.debian.org/security/2019/dsa-4436Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-9956?
In ImageMagick 7.0.8-35 Q16, there is a stack-based buffer overflow in the function PopHexPixel of coders/ps.c, which allows an attacker to cause a denial of service or code execution via a crafted image file.
How severe is CVE-2019-9956?
Severity scoring for CVE-2019-9956 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 5.92% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-9956?
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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