CVE-2022-48541
HIGHCVSS 7.1/10EPSS 1.19%
Last modified
CVE-2022-48541 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.1/10 on the CVSS scale. A memory leak in ImageMagick 7.0.10-45 and 6.9.11-22 allows remote attackers to perform a denial of service via the "identify -help" command.. EPSS estimates a 1.19% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A memory leak in ImageMagick 7.0.10-45 and 6.9.11-22 allows remote attackers to perform a denial of service via the "identify -help" command.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Imagemagick | Imagemagick | 6.9.11-22 |
| Imagemagick | Imagemagick | 7.0.10-45 |
| Fedoraproject | Fedora | 38 |
| Fedoraproject | Fedora | 39 |
References
- https://github.com/ImageMagick/ImageMagick/issues/2889Exploit, Issue Tracking, Vendor Advisory
- https://github.com/ImageMagick/ImageMagick/issues/2889Exploit, Issue Tracking, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-48541?
A memory leak in ImageMagick 7.0.10-45 and 6.9.11-22 allows remote attackers to perform a denial of service via the "identify -help" command.
How severe is CVE-2022-48541?
CVE-2022-48541 has a CVSS score of 7.1/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.19% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-48541?
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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