Is CVE-2026-2272 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2026-2272 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2026-2272 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2026-2272 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2026-2272?

CVE-2026-2272 has a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM).

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CVE-2026-2272

CWE-190Published: March 26, 2026· Updated: Mar 30, 2026

4.3

CVSS v3.1

EPSS:0.06%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:18.3th

Official Description

A flaw was found in GIMP. An integer overflow vulnerability exists when processing ICO image files, specifically in the `ico_read_info` and `ico_read_icon` functions. This issue arises because a size calculation for image buffers can wrap around due to a 32-bit integer evaluation, allowing oversized image headers to bypass security checks. A remote attacker could exploit this by providing a specially crafted ICO file, leading to a buffer overflow and memory corruption, which may result in an application level denial of service.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2026-2272 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.

Exploitation does not require any privileges, though user interaction (Required) is needed, which slightly reduces the risk of mass automated attacks.