Vulnerability Description
Heap-based buffer overflow in the WPG format reader in GraphicsMagick 1.3.25 and earlier allows remote attackers to have unspecified impact via a colormap with a large number of entries.
CVSS Score
9.8
CRITICAL
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Graphicsmagick | Graphicsmagick | <= 1.3.25 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.debian.org/security/2016/dsa-3746
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/10/07/4Mailing ListPatchThird Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/10/08/5Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93464Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.debian.org/security/2016/dsa-3746
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/10/07/4Mailing ListPatchThird Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/10/08/5Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93464Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-7996?
CVE-2016-7996 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). Heap-based buffer overflow in the WPG format reader in GraphicsMagick 1.3.25 and earlier allows remote attackers to have unspecified impact via a colormap with a large number of entries.
How severe is CVE-2016-7996?
CVE-2016-7996 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-7996?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Graphicsmagick Graphicsmagick.