CVE-2021-20224

Description

An integer overflow issue was discovered in ImageMagick's ExportIndexQuantum() function in MagickCore/quantum-export.c. Function calls to GetPixelIndex() could result in values outside the range of representable for the 'unsigned char'. When ImageMagick processes a crafted pdf file, this could lead to an undefined behaviour or a crash.

Category

5.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.02%
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Affected: n/a ImageMagick
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-20224?
CVE-2021-20224 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-20224?
To fix CVE-2021-20224, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2021-20224 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2021-20224 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2021-20224?
CVE-2021-20224 affects n/a ImageMagick.
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