CVE-2025-2760: GIMP XWD File Parsing Integer Overflow Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Apr 7, 2025
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Updated

GIMP XWD File Parsing Integer 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 XWD files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in an integer overflow before allocating a buffer. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-25082.

Affected Software

3 affected componentsFixes available
GIMP GIMP=2.10.38
GIMP GIMP
debian/gimp
2.10.34-1+deb12u103.0.4-3+deb13u103.0.4-3+deb13u113.2.8-1

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade debian/gimp to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 2.10.34-1+deb12u10Fixed in 3.0.4-3+deb13u10Fixed in 3.0.4-3+deb13u11Fixed in 3.2.8-1

Event History

Apr 7, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via ZDI·12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Apr 23, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:47 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:47 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

Peer vulnerabilities

Found alongside the following vulnerabilities.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-2760?

CVE-2025-2760 has a high severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-2760?

To fix CVE-2025-2760, update your GIMP installation to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2025-2760?

CVE-2025-2760 affects GIMP software, specifically versions before the security patch.

4

Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2025-2760?

Yes, user interaction is required as the target must visit a malicious page containing the exploit.

5

What kind of attack can CVE-2025-2760 facilitate?

CVE-2025-2760 facilitates arbitrary code execution, allowing attackers to run malicious code on affected systems.

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