Memory Leak Vulnerability in saitoha libsixel Product by Saitoha
CVE-2025-61146

4MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Saitoha

Status
libsixel
Vendor
CVE Published:
23 February 2026

What is CVE-2025-61146?

The saitoha libsixel library, up to version 1.8.7, has a vulnerability that results in a memory leak stemming from the malloc_stub.c component. This flaw can lead to increased memory consumption, potentially degrading system performance over time. It is crucial for users of this library to investigate and apply recommended patches or upgrades to mitigate the associated risks.

References

https://github.com/saitoha/libsixel/issues/207
https://github.com/saitoha/libsixel/commit/e0ba6685262a36...
https://gist.github.com/optionGo/1100e5be05c5558501a95f5e...

CVSS V3.1

Score:
4
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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