ImageMagick Heap Use-After-Free Vulnerability in MSL Decoder

Vulnerability

A heap use-after-free vulnerability has been identified in ImageMagick's MSL decoder, prior to versions 7.1.2-16 and 6.9.13-41. This vulnerability allows an attacker to access freed memory by crafting a specific MSL file.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability leads to a heap use-after-free condition, allowing for potential memory corruption.

Remediation

Users can upgrade to ImageMagick versions 7.1.2-16 or 6.9.13-41 to address this vulnerability.

Added: Mar 10, 2026, 7:49 AM
Updated: Mar 10, 2026, 7:49 AM

Vulnerability Rating

Custom Algorithm
spread
7.8
impact
0.6
exploitability
4.7
remediation
7.7
relevance
3.7
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
0.0

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