CVE-2009-1882: Integer overflow in the XMakeImage function in magick/xwindow.c in ImageMagick 6.5.2-8, and GraphicsMagick,...

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2009-1882 is an old ImageMagick and GraphicsMagick flaw where a specially crafted TIFF image can crash image processing and may allow code execution. Business risk exists where servers automatically process untrusted images, such as uploads, email attachments, or document conversion pipelines. Exposure is most likely on systems running ImageMagick or GraphicsMagick that process TIFF files from users, customers, partners, or automated feeds. The provided CPE data is incomplete, so inventory should not rely on the affected-product field alone. Prioritize remediation where public or partner-facing systems process images automatically. This is less urgent for systems without untrusted TIFF handling, but the possible code-execution impact justifies prompt patch validation in exposed workflows. Mitigation focus: Apply vendor package updates for ImageMagick and GraphicsMagick from supported distribution advisories.; Avoid processing untrusted TIFF files until vulnerable systems are patched or isolated.; Run image conversion workloads with least privilege and strong process isolation..

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Jun 28, 2026, 10:45 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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