MEDIUM
CVE-2026-23868
Published: March 10, 2026· Updated: Mar 11, 2026
5.1
CVSS v3.1
EPSS:0.02%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:4.5th
Official Description
Giflib contains a double-free vulnerability that is the result of a shallow copy in GifMakeSavedImage and incorrect error handling. The conditions needed to trigger this vulnerability are difficult but may be possible.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-23868 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.
The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.
A successful exploit results in availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 5.1.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
Attack VectorLocal
Attack ComplexityHigh
Privileges Req.None
User InteractionNone
ScopeUnchanged
Impact
ConfidentialityNone
IntegrityNone
AvailabilityHigh
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Exploit & PoC Resources
NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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Quick Facts
CVE IDCVE-2026-23868
CVSS Score5.1 / 10
SeverityMEDIUM
CISA KEVNo
EPSS (30d)0.02%
PublishedMar 10, 2026
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2026-23868 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
Data sourced from NVD (NIST), CISA KEV, and EPSS (FIRST). Analysis generated by CTIWATCH.COM. CVE data is provided under the NVD usage policy.