Integer Overflow Vulnerability in AMD Compressonator SDK
CVE-2026-40659

5.1MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Amd
Status
Amd Compressionator Sdk
Vendor
CVE Published:
3 November 2026

What is CVE-2026-40659?

An integer overflow vulnerability in AMD's Compressonator SDK allows local attackers to exploit the system by supplying a specially crafted DirectDraw Surface (DDS) file. This could potentially lead to a denial of service (DoS), compromising system stability and performance. Users of the SDK are advised to apply the latest security updates to mitigate this risk.

Affected Version(s)

AMD Compressionator SDK AMD Compressonator SDK 4.6

References

https://www.amd.com/en/resources/product-security/bulleti...

CVSS V4

Score:
5.1
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
Unknown

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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