SB2026042544 - Stack-based buffer overflow in ImageMagick
Published: April 25, 2026
Security Bulletin ID
SB2026042544
Severity
Medium
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities
1
Exploitation vector
Remote access
Highest impact
Denial of service
Breakdown by Severity
- Low
- Medium
- High
- Critical
Description
This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.
1) Stack-based buffer overflow (CVE-ID: CVE-2026-42050)
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to cause a denial of service.
The vulnerability exists due to stack-based buffer overflow in XTileImage when processing a malicious MIFF file in the display tool after a tile is right-clicked to invoke the Load / Update menu item. A remote attacker can trick the victim into opening a crafted MIFF file to cause a denial of service.
User interaction is required to open the crafted file and invoke the menu item.
Remediation
Install update from vendor's website.