Vulnerability Description
OpenImageIO is a toolset for reading, writing, and manipulating image files of any image file format relevant to VFX / animation. Prior to 3.0.18.0 and 3.1.13.0, a heap-based buffer overflow in the HEIF decoder of OpenImageIO allows out-of-bounds writes via crafted images due to a subimage metadata mismatch, leading to memory corruption and potential code execution. This vulnerability is fixed in 3.0.18.0 and 3.1.13.0.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Openimageio | Openimageio | < 3.0.18.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/AcademySoftwareFoundation/OpenImageIO/security/advisories/GHSExploitVendor Advisory
- https://github.com/AcademySoftwareFoundation/OpenImageIO/security/advisories/GHSExploitVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-43906?
CVE-2026-43906 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). OpenImageIO is a toolset for reading, writing, and manipulating image files of any image file format relevant to VFX / animation. Prior to 3.0.18.0 and 3.1.13.0, a heap-based buffer overflow in the HE...
How severe is CVE-2026-43906?
CVE-2026-43906 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-43906?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Openimageio Openimageio.