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CVE-2026-49219 ImageMagick CVE debrief

CVE-2026-49219 is a vulnerability in ImageMagick, a free and open-source software used for editing and manipulating digital images. Prior to versions 6.9.13-48 and 7.1.2-24, an incorrect parsing of the filename can result in a policy bypass and read files disallowed by a security policy using a symlink. This issue has been patched in versions 6.9.13-48 and 7.1.2-24.

Vendor
ImageMagick
Product
Unknown
CVSS
MEDIUM 5.5
CISA KEV
Not listed in stored evidence
Original CVE published
2026-06-10
Original CVE updated
2026-06-11
Advisory published
2026-06-10
Advisory updated
2026-06-11

Who should care

Users of ImageMagick, particularly those who use it to process images from untrusted sources, should be aware of this vulnerability and take steps to mitigate it.

Technical summary

The vulnerability is caused by an incorrect parsing of the filename, which can lead to a policy bypass and allow reading of files disallowed by a security policy using a symlink. The CVSS score for this vulnerability is 5.5, with a severity of MEDIUM.

Defensive priority

MEDIUM

Recommended defensive actions

  • Update ImageMagick to version 6.9.13-48 or 7.1.2-24 or later.
  • Use a security policy to restrict access to sensitive files.

Evidence notes

The CVE record and NVD detail can be found at [cve-org] and [nvd], respectively. The vendor advisory can be found at [ref-4].

Official resources

CVE-2026-49219 was published on [cvePublishedAt] and modified on [cveModifiedAt].