CVE-2026-6384: Gimp: gimp: arbitrary code execution or denial of service via buffer overflow in gif image processing

Published Apr 15, 2026
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Updated

A flaw was found in gimp. This buffer overflow vulnerability in the GIF image loading component's ReadJeffsImage function allows an attacker to write beyond an allocated buffer by processing a specially crafted GIF file. This can lead to a denial of service or potentially arbitrary code execution.

Affected Software

6 affected components
GIMP GIMP
GIMP GIMP
redhat Enterprise Linux=6.0
redhat Enterprise Linux=7.0
redhat Enterprise Linux=8.0
redhat Enterprise Linux=9.0

Event History

Apr 15, 2026
Data Sourced
via Red Hat·06:48 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:09 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:09 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Oct 24, 58295
Event
via FIRST·07:30 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-6384?

CVE-2026-6384 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-6384?

To fix CVE-2026-6384, update GIMP to the latest version that includes patches for this vulnerability.

3

What types of attacks can CVE-2026-6384 facilitate?

CVE-2026-6384 can facilitate attacks that result in arbitrary code execution or denial of service when processing malicious GIF images.

4

Which software is affected by CVE-2026-6384?

CVE-2026-6384 affects GIMP, specifically its GIF image processing component.

5

How can I identify if I am vulnerable to CVE-2026-6384?

You can identify if you are vulnerable to CVE-2026-6384 by checking if you are using a version of GIMP that is prior to the patch release for this vulnerability.

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