REDHAT-BUG-2443891: Integer Overflow

Published Mar 2, 2026
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Updated

An integer overflow in the ttvarloaditemvariationstore function of the Freetype library in versions 2.13.2 and 2.13.3 may allow for an out of bounds read operation when parsing HVAR/VVAR/MVAR tables in OpenType variable fonts. This issue is fixed in version 2.14.2.

Affected Software

1 affected component
FreeType FreeType>=2.13.2<=2.13.3

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade freetype to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 2.14.2

Event History

Mar 2, 2026
Data Sourced
via Red Hat·05:03 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-2443891?

The severity of REDHAT-BUG-2443891 is medium (4).

2

How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-2443891?

To fix REDHAT-BUG-2443891, upgrade to FreeType version 2.14.2 or later.

3

What is the cause of REDHAT-BUG-2443891?

REDHAT-BUG-2443891 is caused by an integer overflow in the tt_var_load_item_variation_store function of the FreeType library.

4

In which versions of FreeType is REDHAT-BUG-2443891 present?

REDHAT-BUG-2443891 is present in FreeType versions 2.13.2 and 2.13.3.

5

What type of vulnerability is REDHAT-BUG-2443891?

REDHAT-BUG-2443891 is classified as an Integer Overflow vulnerability.

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