CVE-2026-3284: libvips extract.c vips_extract_area_build integer overflow

Published Feb 27, 2026
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Updated

A vulnerability was found in libvips 8.19.0. Impacted is the function vipsextractareabuild of the file libvips/conversion/extract.c. The manipulation of the argument extractarea results in integer overflow. The attack requires a local approach. The exploit has been made public and could be used. The patch is identified as 24795bb3d19d84f7b6f5ed86451ad556c8f2fe70. It is advisable to implement a patch to correct this issue.

Affected Software

2 affected components
libvips/libvips=8.19.0
libvips libvips=8.19.0

Event History

Feb 27, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:02 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:02 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:16 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Jan 11, 58189
Event
via FIRST·05:28 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-3284?

The severity of CVE-2026-3284 is considered high due to the potential for integer overflow vulnerabilities that could be exploited.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-3284?

To fix CVE-2026-3284, upgrade to a patched version of libvips that is beyond version 8.19.0.

3

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2026-3284?

CVE-2026-3284 could lead to denial of service or arbitrary code execution due to the integer overflow.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2026-3284?

CVE-2026-3284 affects users running libvips version 8.19.0.

5

What is the nature of CVE-2026-3284?

CVE-2026-3284 is an integer overflow vulnerability in the function vips_extract_area_build found in extract.c of libvips.

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