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Exiv2 CVE-2026-25884

HIGH
Out-of-bounds Read (CWE-125)
2026-03-02 security-advisories@github.com
8.1
CVSS 3.1
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CVSS VectorNVD

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:H
Attack Vector
Network
Attack Complexity
Low
Privileges Required
None
User Interaction
Required
Scope
Unchanged
Confidentiality
High
Integrity
None
Availability
High

Lifecycle Timeline

4
Analysis Generated
Mar 12, 2026 - 21:55 vuln.today
PoC Detected
Mar 05, 2026 - 12:32 vuln.today
Public exploit code
Patch released
Mar 05, 2026 - 12:32 nvd
Patch available
CVE Published
Mar 02, 2026 - 20:16 nvd
HIGH 8.1

DescriptionNVD

Exiv2 is a C++ library and a command-line utility to read, write, delete and modify Exif, IPTC, XMP and ICC image metadata. Prior to version 0.28.8, an out-of-bounds read was found. The vulnerability is in the CRW image parser. This issue has been patched in version 0.28.8.

AnalysisAI

Out-of-bounds read in Exiv2's CRW image parser allows remote attackers to cause denial of service and potentially disclose sensitive memory contents through crafted image files. Versions prior to 0.28.8 are affected, and public exploit code exists for this vulnerability. …

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RemediationAI

Within 24 hours: Identify all systems and applications using Exiv2 library and assess exposure to untrusted image sources. Within 7 days: Apply vendor patch to upgrade Exiv2 to version 0.28.8 or later across all affected systems; prioritize internet-facing and user-upload services. …

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