CVE-2024-46258

CVE-2024-46258 is a high-severity vulnerability in Randygaul Cute Png with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. 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-787.

Key facts

Description

cute_png v1.05 was discovered to contain a heap buffer overflow via the cp_load_png_mem() function at cute_png.h.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2024-46258?
cute_png v1.05 was discovered to contain a heap buffer overflow via the cp_load_png_mem() function at cute_png.h.
How severe is CVE-2024-46258?
CVE-2024-46258 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2024-46258 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (34th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2024-46258?
CVE-2024-46258 affects Randygaul Cute Png. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2024-46258?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
Does CVE-2024-46258 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
Yes. CVE-2024-46258 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-41799.
When was CVE-2024-46258 published?
CVE-2024-46258 was published on 2024-10-01 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

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