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CVE-2017-14624: ImageMagick 7.0.7-0 Q16 has a NULL Pointer Dereference vulnerability in the function PostscriptDelegateMess...

ImageMagick 7.0.7-0 Q16 has a NULL Pointer Dereference vulnerability in the function PostscriptDelegateMessage in coders/ps.c.

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Security readout for executives and security teams

Plain-English summary

This CVE is a reported NULL pointer dereference in ImageMagick 7.0.7-0 Q16. In business terms, vulnerable image-processing services may crash when handling certain PostScript-related input. The provided sources do not include a CVSS score, confirmed affected range beyond the named version, or evidence of active exploitation.

Executive priority

Treat this as a targeted reliability risk for systems that process untrusted files. Prioritize patching internet-facing or customer-upload workflows, but do not classify it as emergency exploitation without stronger evidence.

Technical view

The issue is in ImageMagick's PostscriptDelegateMessage function in coders/ps.c. The source bundle identifies a NULL pointer dereference but does not provide exploit details, a CWE, CVSS metrics, or complete version mapping. Ubuntu and Debian later published ImageMagick security updates that reference this CVE.

Likely exposure

Exposure is most likely where ImageMagick processes user-supplied images or PostScript-related files, especially in web upload, document conversion, thumbnailing, or batch media pipelines. Exact vulnerable package ranges require vendor advisories.

Exploitation context

The bundle does not show CISA KEV listing or active exploitation evidence. Based only on the vulnerability type, the plausible impact is service crash or denial of service, but the sources do not fully define impact or prerequisites.

Researcher notes

Evidence is sparse: CVE data names ImageMagick 7.0.7-0 Q16 and the affected function, while distro advisories confirm security updates. Further analysis should use vendor package changelogs or upstream issue details to map exact affected and fixed versions.

Mitigation direction

  • Inventory ImageMagick use across servers, containers, and conversion jobs.
  • Apply ImageMagick updates from Ubuntu, Debian, upstream, or your OS vendor.
  • Prioritize systems processing untrusted uploads or automated document conversions.
  • Limit untrusted file conversion until affected systems are updated.
  • Review vendor guidance before applying compensating controls.

Validation and detection

  • Confirm installed ImageMagick versions against vendor advisories.
  • Check whether public upload or conversion paths invoke ImageMagick.
  • Review conversion service logs for unexplained crashes or worker restarts.
  • Verify patched package versions after maintenance windows.
  • Document any systems awaiting vendor-confirmed remediation.
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Confidence
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