CVE-2014-9847

The jng decoder in ImageMagick 6.8.9.9 allows remote attackers to have an unspecified impact

published March 20, 2017

CVSS
—
EPSS
5%
Percentile
91.5
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ Watch out, ImageMagick users! A sneaky flaw in the jng decoder could open doors to unknown impacts for remote attackers! 🔍 Think of it like a restaurant that allows delivery orders but never checks the ingredients — you never know what unwelcome surprises might end up on your plate! 🤔 While this vulnerability doesn’t specify a clear exploit, the potential for trouble is there. Malicious actors could leverage this gap to cause unexpected behavior or introduce harmful content, leading to serious issues down the line. Better safe than sorry!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant that allows delivery orders but never checks the ingredients — you never know what unwelcome surprises might end up on your plate! 🤔 In ImageMagick 6.8.9.9, the jng decoder lacks proper safeguards, leaving it vulnerable to remote manipulation. Attackers might exploit this oversight in ways that aren't clearly defined but are certainly concerning.

What to do

While this vulnerability doesn’t specify a clear exploit, the potential for trouble is there. Malicious actors could leverage this gap to cause unexpected behavior or introduce harmful content, leading to serious issues down the line. Better safe than sorry! To protect your systems, upgrade to a newer version of ImageMagick that addresses this decoder vulnerability. Regularly monitor and review your ImageMagick installations to ensure you’re running secure versions. 📦✨ You've got this! Stay vigilant, update your software, and keep your systems secure! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.04584 · 91.5th percentile
Published
2017-03-20T16:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 20 MAR 16:00Z
    The jng decoder in ImageMagick 6.8.9.9 allows remote attackers to have an unspecified impact
    cvelistv5