Vulnerability Description
The Magick_png_malloc function in coders/png.c in GraphicsMagick 6.7.8-6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Graphicsmagick | Graphicsmagick | 1.3.16 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://graphicsmagick.hg.sourceforge.net/hgweb/graphicsmagick/graphicsmagick/revExploitPatch
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2013-03/msg00102.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/50090Vendor Advisory
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2012:165
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/54716
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=844105Patch
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/77259
- http://graphicsmagick.hg.sourceforge.net/hgweb/graphicsmagick/graphicsmagick/revExploitPatch
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2013-03/msg00102.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/50090Vendor Advisory
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2012:165
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/54716
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=844105Patch
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/77259
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-3438?
CVE-2012-3438 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). The Magick_png_malloc function in coders/png.c in GraphicsMagick 6.7.8-6 does not use the proper variable type for the allocation size, which might allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service ...
How severe is CVE-2012-3438?
CVE-2012-3438 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-2012-3438?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Graphicsmagick Graphicsmagick.