Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in GIMP by GNOME
CVE-2025-14422

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Gimp

Status
Gimp
Vendor
CVE Published:
23 December 2025

What is CVE-2025-14422?

A significant vulnerability exists in GIMP's handling of PNM files, allowing remote attackers to execute arbitrary code. The flaw arises from inadequate validation of user-supplied data, leading to an integer overflow during buffer allocation. To exploit this vulnerability, an attacker must entice a user to visit a malicious webpage or open a crafted PNM file, triggering the vulnerability. This issue emphasizes the importance of secure coding practices and timely updates to safeguard against potential exploits.

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Affected Version(s)

GIMP 3.0.6

References

https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-25-1136/
x_research-advisory
https://gitlab.gnome.org/GNOME/gimp/-/commit/4ff2d773d580...
vendor-advisory

CVSS V3.0

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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