How severe is CVE-2026-2044?

CVE-2026-2044 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.

Is CVE-2026-2044 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (58th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2026-2044?

CVE-2026-2044 affects Gimp. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2026-2044?

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-2026-2044 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?

Yes. CVE-2026-2044 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2026-7576.

When was CVE-2026-2044 published?

CVE-2026-2044 was published on 2026-02-20 and last updated on 2026-06-30.

CVE-2026-2044

CVE-2026-2044 is a high-severity vulnerability in Gimp with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8. 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-908.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 8.8)
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (58th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2026-7576
Weakness: CWE-908
Affected product: Gimp
Published: 2026-02-20
Last modified: 2026-06-30

Description

GIMP PGM File Parsing Uninitialized Memory Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of GIMP. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. The specific flaw exists within the parsing of PGM files. The issue results from the lack of proper initialization of memory prior to accessing it. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-28158.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-2044?: GIMP PGM File Parsing Uninitialized Memory Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of GIMP. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. The specific flaw exists within the parsing of PGM files. The issue results from the lack of proper initialization of memory prior to accessing it. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-28158.
How severe is CVE-2026-2044?: CVE-2026-2044 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2026-2044 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (58th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2026-2044?: CVE-2026-2044 affects Gimp. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2026-2044?: 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-2026-2044 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?: Yes. CVE-2026-2044 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2026-7576.
When was CVE-2026-2044 published?: CVE-2026-2044 was published on 2026-02-20 and last updated on 2026-06-30.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:gimp:gimp:3.0.6:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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