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HIGH

CVE-2026-2044

CVSS v3

7.8

HIGH

EPSS Score

1.0 %

exploit probability, as of 2026-10-09

CISA KEV

No

known exploited

Exploitation

—

SSVC status

Description

GIMP PGM File Parsing Uninitialized Memory Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of GIMP. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. The specific flaw exists within the parsing of PGM files. The issue results from the lack of proper initialization of memory prior to accessing it. An attacker can leverage this vulne

Technical details

Published
2026-02-20
Last Modified
2026-02-24

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-2044?

GIMP PGM File Parsing Uninitialized Memory Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of GIMP. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. The specific flaw exists within the parsing of PGM files. The issue results from the lack of proper initialization of memory prior to accessing it. An attacker can leverage this vulne

Is CVE-2026-2044 actively exploited?

Active exploitation of CVE-2026-2044 has not been confirmed. Its EPSS score was 1.0% on 2026-10-09, the estimated probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What is the CVSS score for CVE-2026-2044?

CVE-2026-2044 has a CVSS v3 base score of 7.8 (HIGH severity).

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