CVE-2014-9833: Heap overflow in ImageMagick 6.8.9-9 via a crafted psd file.

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2014-9833 describes a heap overflow in ImageMagick 6.8.9-9 when handling a crafted PSD file. Business risk depends on whether systems process untrusted Photoshop files. The source bundle does not provide CVSS, CWE, confirmed exploitation, or a named fixed version. Exposure is most likely where ImageMagick 6.8.9-9 processes PSD files from users, partners, email attachments, or automated content pipelines. If PSD input is blocked or ImageMagick is absent, exposure is likely lower. Treat as a targeted remediation item for image-processing services, especially public upload paths. Urgency is uncertain because severity and exploitation evidence are missing, but untrusted file parsing can create meaningful service and security risk. Mitigation focus: Check ImageMagick or OS vendor guidance for fixed package versions.; Prioritize supported ImageMagick releases where vendor guidance confirms remediation.; Restrict untrusted PSD uploads or conversion until exposure is understood..

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Jun 13, 2026, 05:45 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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