ZDI-CAN-27878: ZDI-25-912: GIMP WBMP File Parsing Integer Overflow Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Sep 24, 2025
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Updated

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of GIMP. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. The specific flaw exists within the parsing of WBMP files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in an integer overflow before allocating a buffer. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.

Other sources

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of GIMP. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. The ZDI has assigned a CVSS rating of 7.8. The following CVEs are assigned: CVE-2025-10923.

ZDI

Affected Software

2 affected components
GIMP GIMP
GIMP GIMP

Event History

Sep 24, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·05:00 AM
Data Sourced
via ZDI·05:00 AM
Description
Oct 29, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·07:40 PM
Data Sourced
via ZDI·07:40 PM
SeverityAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of ZDI-CAN-27878?

The severity of ZDI-CAN-27878 is rated at 7.8 on the CVSS scale.

2

How do I fix ZDI-CAN-27878?

To fix ZDI-CAN-27878, ensure that you update GIMP to the latest version provided by the developers.

3

How can ZDI-CAN-27878 be exploited?

ZDI-CAN-27878 can be exploited by remote attackers if a user visits a malicious page or opens a malicious file.

4

Which software is affected by ZDI-CAN-27878?

GIMP GIMP is the software affected by the vulnerability ZDI-CAN-27878.

5

Is user interaction required to exploit ZDI-CAN-27878?

Yes, user interaction is required for ZDI-CAN-27878 to be exploited.

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