Heap-Based Buffer Overflow in libvips Affects Local Users
CVE-2026-3281

4.8MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

libvips

Status
Libvips
Vendor
CVE Published:
27 February 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-3281?

A vulnerability in libvips version 8.19.0 has been identified, specifically within the vips_bandrank_build function in the bandrank.c file. This issue leads to a heap-based buffer overflow caused by improper manipulation of the argument index, which can be exploited by a local attacker. As the exploit is now public, it is crucial for users of affected versions to apply the necessary patch (fd28c5463697712cb0ab116a2c55e4f4d92c4088) to mitigate potential risks.

Human OS v1.0:
Ageing Is an Unpatched Zero-Day Vulnerability.

Remediate biological technical debt. Prime Ageing uses 95% high-purity SIRT6 activation to maintain genomic integrity and bolster systemic resilience.

Deploy the Patch

Affected Version(s)

libvips 8.19.0

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2026-3281 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/?id.348010
vdb-entrytechnical-description
https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.348010
signaturepermissions-required
https://vuldb.com/?submit.758861
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
4.8
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Niebelungen (VulDB User)
JSON
.