Is CVE-2026-25987 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2026-25987 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2026-25987 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2026-25987 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2026-25987?

CVE-2026-25987 has a CVSS score of 9.1 (CRITICAL) and an EPSS exploitation probability of 0.03%.

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CRITICAL

CVE-2026-25987

CWE-125Published: February 24, 2026· Updated: Feb 25, 2026

9.1

CVSS v3.1

EPSS:0.03%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:8.4th

Official Description

ImageMagick is free and open-source software used for editing and manipulating digital images. Prior to versions 7.1.2-15 and 6.9.13-40, a heap buffer over-read vulnerability exists in the MAP image decoder when processing crafted MAP files, potentially leading to crashes or unintended memory disclosure during image decoding. Versions 7.1.2-15 and 6.9.13-40 contain a patch.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2026-25987 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.

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 complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 9.1.