CVE-2025-15059: GIMP PSP File Parsing Heap-based Buffer Overflow Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Dec 29, 2025
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Updated

GIMP PSP File Parsing Heap-based Buffer Overflow Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of GIMP. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.

The specific flaw exists within the parsing of PSP files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of the length of user-supplied data prior to copying it to a heap-based buffer. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-28232.

Affected Software

2 affected components
GIMP GIMP
GIMP GIMP=3.0.6

Event History

Dec 29, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via ZDI·12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Jan 23, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:49 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:49 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via Red Hat·04:04 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:16 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-15059?

CVE-2025-15059 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-15059?

To mitigate CVE-2025-15059, update GIMP to the latest version that includes the security patch addressing this vulnerability.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2025-15059?

Users of GIMP that utilize PSP file parsing are at risk of the CVE-2025-15059 vulnerability.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-15059?

CVE-2025-15059 is a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability that can lead to remote code execution.

5

What causes CVE-2025-15059?

CVE-2025-15059 is caused by improper handling of PSP files in GIMP, allowing attackers to exploit the buffer overflow.

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