CVE-2026-20884: Integer Overflow

Published Apr 7, 2026
·
Updated

An integer overflow vulnerability exists in the deflatedngloadraw functionality of LibRaw Commit 8dc68e2. A specially crafted malicious file can lead to a heap buffer overflow. An attacker can provide a malicious file to trigger this vulnerability.

Affected Software

2 affected componentsFixes available
Libraw Libraw=0.22.1
debian/libraw<=0.20.2-1+deb11u1, <=0.20.2-1+deb11u2, <=0.20.2-2.1+deb12u1, <=0.21.4-2
0.22.1-1

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

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

    Fixed in 0.22.1-1
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade LibRaw to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Patch 8dc68e2

Event History

Apr 7, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:49 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:49 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:17 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Jul 10, 2026
Data Sourced
via Ubuntu·03:52 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Data Sourced
via Debian·03:53 PM
DescriptionAffected Software
Data Sourced
via Launchpad·03:53 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-20884?

CVE-2026-20884 has a critical severity rating of 9.8.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-20884?

To fix CVE-2026-20884, update LibRaw to the latest version where the vulnerability has been addressed.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-20884?

CVE-2026-20884 is classified as an integer overflow vulnerability leading to a buffer overflow.

4

What are the potential consequences of exploiting CVE-2026-20884?

Exploiting CVE-2026-20884 can result in a heap buffer overflow, which may allow attackers to execute arbitrary code.

5

Who is affected by CVE-2026-20884?

Users and applications utilizing vulnerable versions of LibRaw are affected by CVE-2026-20884.

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