Vulnerability Description
The Magick_png_malloc function in coders/png.c in ImageMagick 6.7.8 and earlier 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.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Imagemagick | Imagemagick | 6.7.8-6 |
References
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2013-03/msg00101.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/50091Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/50398
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2012:160
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2013:092
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/54714
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1027321
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-1544-1
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=844101
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/77260
- https://wiki.mageia.org/en/Support/Advisories/MGASA-2012-0243
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2013-03/msg00101.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/50091Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/50398
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2012:160
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-3437?
CVE-2012-3437 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). The Magick_png_malloc function in coders/png.c in ImageMagick 6.7.8 and earlier does not use the proper variable type for the allocation size, which might allow remote attackers to cause a denial of s...
How severe is CVE-2012-3437?
CVE-2012-3437 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2012-3437?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Imagemagick Imagemagick.