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CVE-2017-11537: When ImageMagick 7.0.6-1 processes a crafted file in convert, it can lead to a Floating Point Exception (FP...

When ImageMagick 7.0.6-1 processes a crafted file in convert, it can lead to a Floating Point Exception (FPE) in the WritePALMImage() function in coders/palm.c, related to an incorrect bits-per-pixel calculation.

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Plain-English summary

CVE-2017-11537 is a denial-of-service style flaw in ImageMagick 7.0.6-1. A specially crafted image processed by the convert tool can trigger a floating point exception and crash the conversion process. Business risk is highest where public uploads or automated document/image pipelines invoke ImageMagick.

Executive priority

Treat this as a patch-and-hardening item for image processing infrastructure, not an emergency unless public uploads depend on vulnerable ImageMagick conversion. Prioritize internet-facing or automated ingestion services first.

Technical view

The issue is in WritePALMImage() in coders/palm.c and relates to an incorrect bits-per-pixel calculation during PALM image output handling. The documented impact is a floating point exception when processing crafted input with convert. The supplied sources do not provide CVSS, CWE, or exact fixed upstream version details.

Likely exposure

Exposure is likely in systems running ImageMagick conversion workflows, especially servers that accept untrusted files and call convert automatically. The bundle specifically names ImageMagick 7.0.6-1; Debian and Ubuntu advisories indicate distro-packaged ImageMagick needed security updates.

Exploitation context

CISA KEV status is false, and the supplied sources do not state active exploitation. Exploitation requires getting a crafted file processed by ImageMagick convert. Evidence supports process crash or service disruption, not code execution.

Researcher notes

The record lacks CVSS, CWE, precise CPEs, and fixed-version detail in the supplied bundle. Analysis should stay limited to ImageMagick 7.0.6-1 behavior and the referenced Debian, Ubuntu, GitHub, and CVE sources.

Mitigation direction

  • Apply ImageMagick security updates from the relevant vendor or Linux distribution.
  • Check Ubuntu USN-3681-1 and Debian advisories for package-specific guidance.
  • Restrict ImageMagick processing of untrusted uploads where practical.
  • Run conversion workers with least privilege and resource isolation.
  • Monitor image conversion services for repeated crashes or abnormal failures.

Validation and detection

  • Inventory systems that run ImageMagick or invoke convert.
  • Confirm installed ImageMagick packages include applicable distro security updates.
  • Identify public upload, email, or document pipelines using ImageMagick.
  • Review logs for floating point exceptions or repeated conversion crashes.
  • Verify conversion workers are isolated from critical application processes.
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