Is CVE-2016-3714 actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2016-3714 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, which means exploitation in the wild has been confirmed.

Can CVE-2016-3714 be exploited remotely?

The attack vector of CVE-2016-3714 has not been classified yet.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2016-3714?

CVE-2016-3714 has not received a CVSS score yet.

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HIGHCISA KEVIN THE WILD

CVE-2016-3714

Published: September 9, 2024

EPSS:93.75%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:99.8th

Official Description

ImageMagick contains an improper input validation vulnerability that affects the EPHEMERAL, HTTPS, MVG, MSL, TEXT, SHOW, WIN, and PLT coders. This allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via shell metacharacters in a crafted image.

NVD Source

CISA KEV Advisory

ImageMagick Improper Input Validation Vulnerability

Added to KEV: 2024-09-09Federal patch deadline: 2024-09-30

Required Action (CISA)

Apply mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.

Risk Analysis

ImageMagick contains an improper input validation vulnerability affecting several coders, allowing a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code. This can be achieved by injecting shell metacharacters into a crafted image file. The high EPSS score of 0.93749 and its inclusion in the KEV catalog signify a high likelihood of exploitation and confirmed active attacks.

This vulnerability has been actively exploited in the wild and is listed in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog. It is remotely exploitable through specially crafted image files.

Recommended Action

Users of ImageMagick should update to the latest patched version. Implement robust input validation and sanitize all user-supplied image data before processing.

Generated by the CTIWATCH analysis pipeline from this CVE's metadata (CVSS, EPSS, KEV status, exploit intelligence). Verify against vendor advisories before acting.

Technical Analysis

CVE-2016-3714 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.

Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.

CISA has added CVE-2016-3714 to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. U.S. federal agencies are required to patch this within the mandated timeframe, and all organizations should treat remediation as urgent.