CVE-2024-53901
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.38%
Last modified
CVE-2024-53901 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. The Imager package before 1.025 for Perl has a heap-based buffer overflow leading to denial of service, or possibly unspecified other impact, when the trim() method is called on a crafted input image.. EPSS estimates a 0.38% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Imager package before 1.025 for Perl has a heap-based buffer overflow leading to denial of service, or possibly unspecified other impact, when the trim() method is called on a crafted input image.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Tonycoz | Imager | < 1.025 |
References
- https://github.com/briandfoy/cpan-security-advisory/issues/167Issue Tracking, Patch
- https://github.com/tonycoz/imager/issues/534Exploit, Issue Tracking
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-53901?
The Imager package before 1.025 for Perl has a heap-based buffer overflow leading to denial of service, or possibly unspecified other impact, when the trim() method is called on a crafted input image.
How severe is CVE-2024-53901?
CVE-2024-53901 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.38% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-53901?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2024-53901?
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