CVE-2006-4519: Multiple integer overflows in the image loader plug-ins in GIMP before 2.2.16 allow user-assisted remote at...

Security readout for executives and security teams

This CVE affects older GIMP releases before 2.2.16. A malicious image in several supported formats could trigger integer overflows in image loader plug-ins and potentially run code when a user opens the file. The exposure is mainly desktop or workstation use where untrusted images are processed. Systems are likely exposed if they run GIMP before 2.2.16 or unpatched distribution packages and users open untrusted image files in the listed formats. Server-side exposure is only indicated if GIMP is used in automated image-processing workflows; the bundle does not confirm that scenario. Prioritize remediation for workstations or processing systems that handle images from customers, partners, email, or the internet. The main business risk is code execution after a user opens a crafted file, with no active exploitation evidence in the provided bundle. Mitigation focus: Upgrade GIMP to 2.2.16 or a vendor-patched package.; Apply relevant Gentoo, Ubuntu, or Red Hat security updates where applicable.; Restrict opening untrusted DICOM, PNM, PSD, PSP, Sun RAS, XBM, and XWD files..

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Jun 29, 2026, 04:47 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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