CVE-2026-31796: iccDEV has a heap-based buffer overflow in icCurvesFromXml()

Published Mar 10, 2026
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Updated

iccDEV provides a set of libraries and tools for working with ICC color management profiles. Prior to 2.3.1.5, there is a heap-based buffer overflow in icCurvesFromXml() causing heap memory corruption or crash. This vulnerability is fixed in 2.3.1.5.

Affected Software

2 affected components
iccDEV iccDEV<2.3.1.5
Color iccDEV<2.3.1.5

Event History

Mar 10, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:05 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:05 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:19 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
May 6, 58175
Event
via FIRST·11:11 AM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-31796?

CVE-2026-31796 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for heap memory corruption or application crashes.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-31796?

To fix CVE-2026-31796, upgrade to version 2.3.1.5 or later of the iccDEV libraries.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-31796?

CVE-2026-31796 is a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability affecting the icCurvesFromXml() function.

4

What impact does CVE-2026-31796 have on applications?

The impact of CVE-2026-31796 may include application crashes and possible exploitation leading to arbitrary code execution.

5

Which versions of iccDEV are affected by CVE-2026-31796?

Versions of iccDEV prior to 2.3.1.5 are affected by CVE-2026-31796.

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