CVE-2015-4588

CVE-2015-4588 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Wvware Libwmf with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-119.

Key facts

Description

Heap-based buffer overflow in the DecodeImage function in libwmf 0.2.8.4 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) or possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted "run-length count" in an image in a WMF file.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2015-4588?
Heap-based buffer overflow in the DecodeImage function in libwmf 0.2.8.4 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) or possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted "run-length count" in an image in a WMF file.
How severe is CVE-2015-4588?
CVE-2015-4588 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.8, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2015-4588 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 9% (95th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2015-4588?
CVE-2015-4588 primarily affects Wvware Libwmf. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2015-4588?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2015-4588 published?
CVE-2015-4588 was published on 2015-07-01 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (4)

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