ImageMagick Improper Input Validation Vulnerability (CVE-2016-3714)
Severity: high · Patch status: patched · Since 2024-09-09 · CVE-2016-3714
ImageMagick contains an improper input validation vulnerability that affects the EPHEMERAL, HTTPS, MVG, MSL, TEXT, SHOW, WIN, and PLT coders. This allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via shell metacharacters in a crafted image. CISA added CVE-2016-3714 to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog on Sep 9, 2024, which means attackers are exploiting it in the wild.
What to do
- Apply mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
- US federal agencies must remediate by Sep 30, 2024 (BOD 22-01); treat that as the outer limit.
Sources
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