CVE-2014-9852

distribute-cache.c in ImageMagick re-uses objects after they have been destroyed, which allows remote attackers to have unspecified impact via unspecified…

published March 17, 2017

CVSS
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EPSS
3%
Percentile
86.9
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A sneaky flaw in ImageMagick allows remote attackers to exploit objects that should have been put to rest! 🎭 Think of it like a restaurant serving dishes that have mysteriously reappeared after being sent back to the kitchen — they're not fresh and could lead to unexpected reactions! 🍽️ As a result of this vulnerability, an attacker could potentially manipulate the behavior of the system in unforeseen ways, leading to unpredictable application states. This could be absolutely devastating if sensitive data or system integrity is compromised!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant serving dishes that have mysteriously reappeared after being sent back to the kitchen — they're not fresh and could lead to unexpected reactions! 🍽️ The issue arises from the distribution-cache.c file in ImageMagick, where destroyed objects are incorrectly reused, allowing attackers to leverage this for undefined impacts via various avenues.

What to do

As a result of this vulnerability, an attacker could potentially manipulate the behavior of the system in unforeseen ways, leading to unpredictable application states. This could be absolutely devastating if sensitive data or system integrity is compromised! While the severity is marked as unknown, it's wise to review your ImageMagick usage. Consider applying any patches available and keep an eye on updates from the ImageMagick team to mitigate any risks. Always validate and sanitize inputs where possible! You've got this! Stay vigilant and keep your systems secure! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02933 · 86.9th percentile
Published
2017-03-17T14:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 17 MAR 14:00Z
    distribute-cache.c in ImageMagick re-uses objects after they have been destroyed, which allows remote attackers to have unspecified impact via unspecified…
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