CVE-2026-33905
Out-of-Bounds Read in ImageMagick -sample Operation
Publication date: 2026-04-13
Last updated on: 2026-04-17
Assigner: GitHub, Inc.
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| imagemagick | imagemagick | to 6.9.13-44 (exc) |
| imagemagick | imagemagick | From 7.0.0-0 (inc) to 7.1.2-19 (exc) |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-125 | The product reads data past the end, or before the beginning, of the intended buffer. |
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AI Powered Q&A
Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
This vulnerability exists in ImageMagick versions below 7.1.2-19 and 6.9.13-44. It involves the -sample operation, which when used with a specific offset set through the `sample:offset` define, can cause an out of bounds read. This means the software reads memory outside the intended buffer, which can lead to unexpected behavior or crashes.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
The impact of this vulnerability is an out of bounds read, which can cause the application to crash or behave unpredictably. According to the CVSS score (5.5), the vulnerability requires local access with low privileges and user interaction. While it does not affect confidentiality or integrity, it can cause availability issues by crashing the application.
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
To mitigate this vulnerability, you should upgrade ImageMagick to version 7.1.2-19 or later, or version 6.9.13-44 or later, as these versions contain the fix for the out of bounds read issue related to the -sample operation.
How does this vulnerability affect compliance with common standards and regulations (like GDPR, HIPAA)?:
The provided information does not specify any direct impact of this vulnerability on compliance with common standards and regulations such as GDPR or HIPAA.