Vulnerability Description
An out-of-bounds heap read flaw was found in GIMP's TIM image loader. When a user opens a crafted 4bpp TIM image that causes promotion to an RGBA layer, the file-tim plug-in allocates an undersized row buffer but processes it using the larger RGBA row size. This can copy adjacent heap contents into the decoded image and may crash the plug-in.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2026-96545
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=2539597
- https://gitlab.gnome.org/GNOME/gimp/-/work_items/16791
- https://gitlab.gnome.org/GNOME/gimp/-/work_items/16791
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-96545?
CVE-2026-96545 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.4 (MEDIUM). An out-of-bounds heap read flaw was found in GIMP's TIM image loader. When a user opens a crafted 4bpp TIM image that causes promotion to an RGBA layer, the file-tim plug-in allocates an undersized ro...
How severe is CVE-2026-96545?
CVE-2026-96545 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-96545?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.