CVE-2014-9841

The ReadPSDLayers function in coders/psd.c in ImageMagick 6.8.9.9 allows remote attackers to have unspecified impact via unknown vectors, related to "throwing…

published March 20, 2017

CVSS
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EPSS
4%
Percentile
90.3
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A throw of exceptions in ImageMagick could leave your system guessing! This vulnerability in the ReadPSDLayers function allows for some risky business that remote attackers might exploit. Think of it like a chef who mistakenly throws away a critical ingredient in the middle of cooking—they're left with a dish that might not turn out as expected! In this case, the chef (your application) might not handle the situation gracefully, leading to unpredictable results. If exploited, this vulnerability could lead to unspecified impacts, which means attackers could potentially disrupt services or gain unauthorized access. While the exact consequences may be shrouded in mystery, the uncertainty itself can be a security nightmare.

Put simply

Think of it like a chef who mistakenly throws away a critical ingredient in the middle of cooking—they're left with a dish that might not turn out as expected! In this case, the chef (your application) might not handle the situation gracefully, leading to unpredictable results. This vulnerability in ImageMagick's ReadPSDLayers function stems from improper exception handling, which may allow remote attackers to trigger unforeseen behaviors in your application, potentially leading to a denial of service or worse.

What to do

If exploited, this vulnerability could lead to unspecified impacts, which means attackers could potentially disrupt services or gain unauthorized access. While the exact consequences may be shrouded in mystery, the uncertainty itself can be a security nightmare. To mitigate this risk, ensure that you update ImageMagick to the latest version. Regularly audit your code for error handling practices, and consider implementing security measures like input validation and proper exception management. You've got this! Stay proactive, follow these steps, and your security hero status will shine bright! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.03933 · 90.3th percentile
Published
2017-03-20T16:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 20 MAR 16:00Z
    The ReadPSDLayers function in coders/psd.c in ImageMagick 6.8.9.9 allows remote attackers to have unspecified impact via unknown vectors, related to "throwing…
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