Vulnerability Description
The WPG format reader in GraphicsMagick 1.3.25 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (assertion failure and crash) via vectors related to a ReferenceBlob and a NULL pointer.
CVSS Score
7.5
HIGH
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/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/93467Third 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/93467Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-7997?
CVE-2016-7997 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). The WPG format reader in GraphicsMagick 1.3.25 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (assertion failure and crash) via vectors related to a ReferenceBlob and a NULL pointer.
How severe is CVE-2016-7997?
CVE-2016-7997 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-7997?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Graphicsmagick Graphicsmagick.