EXIF Metadata Exposure in Capgo Product by Capgo
CVE-2026-56218

6.9MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Capgo

Status
Capgo
Vendor
CVE Published:
20 June 2026

What is CVE-2026-56218?

The Capgo product, prior to version 12.128.2, is susceptible to a serious flaw where it fails to properly sanitize EXIF metadata from uploaded images. This vulnerability allows malicious actors to download images that contain sensitive EXIF data, which includes GPS geolocation coordinates revealing the user's exact location at the time the image was captured. Such exposure can lead to privacy violations and other security risks, as attackers could leverage this information for malicious purposes.

Affected Version(s)

Capgo 0 < 12.128.2

Capgo 12.128.2

References

https://github.com/Cap-go/capgo/security/advisories/GHSA-...
vendor-advisory
https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/capgo-exif-metadata-...
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
6.9
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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