PatchTheCVECVE-2019-13574: In lib/mini_magick/image.rb in MiniMagick before 4.9.4, a fetched remote image filename could cause remote com
CVE-2019-13574 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.8) affecting minimagick, debian linux. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
In lib/mini_magick/image.rb in MiniMagick before 4.9.4, a fetched remote image filename could cause remote command execution because Image.open input is directly passed to Kernel#open, which accepts a '|' character followed by a command.
Why this priority
- High severity
- EPSS top 5%: very likely to be exploited
- Public exploit reference
- On your watchlist
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.8 (High) |
| Attack vector | Local |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | Required |
| EPSS exploit chance | 7.6% (top 5%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-78 |
| Published | 2019-07-12 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2019-13574?
minimagick: upgrade to 4.9.4; debian linux: mitigate or apply the listed mitigation. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2019-13574 being exploited?
CVE-2019-13574 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2019-13574 affect?
CVE-2019-13574 affects minimagick, debian linux. Severity is high (CVSS 7.8). In lib/mini_magick/image.rb in MiniMagick before 4.9.4, a fetched remote image filename could cause remote command execution because Image.open input is directly passed to Kernel#open, which accepts a '|' character followed by a command.
How urgent is CVE-2019-13574?
Priority 61/100. High severity; EPSS top 5%: very likely to be exploited; Public exploit reference; On your watchlist