Is CVE-2026-28493 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2026-28493 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2026-28493 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2026-28493 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2026-28493?

CVE-2026-28493 has a CVSS score of 6.5 (MEDIUM).

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MEDIUM

CVE-2026-28493

CWE-190Published: March 10, 2026· Updated: Mar 12, 2026

6.5

CVSS v3.1

EPSS:0.04%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:11.8th

Official Description

ImageMagick is free and open-source software used for editing and manipulating digital images. Prior to versions 7.1.2-16, an integer overflow vulnerability exists in the SIXEL decoer. The vulnerability allows an attacker to perform an out of bounds via a specially crafted image. This vulnerability is fixed in 7.1.2-16.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2026-28493 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 availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 6.5.