CVE-2026-33327: Possible integer overflow leading to potential heap-based buffer overflow

Published Jul 20, 2026
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Updated

libvips is a fast image processing library with low memory needs. The vipsload operation in versions before and including 8.18.0 could incorrectly determine image dimensions leading to an integer overflow and a subsequent heap-based buffer overflow. This has been patched in version 8.18.1.

Affected Software

2 affected components
libvips libvips<=8.18.0
libvips libvips=8.18.1

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade libvips (vipsload) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 8.18.1

Event History

Jul 20, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:21 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:21 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:17 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-33327?

The severity of CVE-2026-33327 is rated at 60.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-33327?

To fix CVE-2026-33327, upgrade to libvips version 8.18.1 or later.

3

What types of vulnerabilities are associated with CVE-2026-33327?

CVE-2026-33327 involves an integer overflow leading to a heap-based buffer overflow.

4

Which operation in libvips is affected by CVE-2026-33327?

The affected operation in libvips is the `vipsload` operation.

5

What versions of libvips are impacted by CVE-2026-33327?

Libvips versions before and including 8.18.0 are impacted by CVE-2026-33327.

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