Vulnerability Description
A security vulnerability has been detected in Matthias-Wandel jhead up to 3.3. This impacts the function ProcessGpsInfo of the file gpsinfo.c of the component WebP EXIF Handler. Such manipulation of the argument TAG_GPS_LAT/TAG_GPS_LONG leads to heap-based buffer overflow. An attack has to be approached locally. The exploit has been disclosed publicly and may be used. The project was informed of the problem early through an issue report but has not responded yet.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/Matthias-Wandel/jhead/
- https://github.com/Matthias-Wandel/jhead/issues/99
- https://github.com/user-attachments/files/30397094/poc.zip
- https://vuldb.com/cve/CVE-2026-90682
- https://vuldb.com/submit/914948
- https://vuldb.com/vuln/403215
- https://vuldb.com/vuln/403215/cti
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-90682?
CVE-2026-90682 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.3 (MEDIUM). A security vulnerability has been detected in Matthias-Wandel jhead up to 3.3. This impacts the function ProcessGpsInfo of the file gpsinfo.c of the component WebP EXIF Handler. Such manipulation of t...
How severe is CVE-2026-90682?
CVE-2026-90682 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-90682?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.