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CVE-2017-2900: An exploitable integer overflow exists in the PNG loading functionality of the Blender open-source 3d creat...

An exploitable integer overflow exists in the PNG loading functionality of the Blender open-source 3d creation suite version 2.78c. A specially crafted '.png' file can cause an integer overflow resulting in a buffer overflow which can allow for code execution under the context of the application. An attacker can convince a user to use the file as an asset via the sequencer in order to trigger this vulnerability.

HighCVSS 8.8Not KEV-listedUpdated
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Security readout for executives and security teams

Plain-English summary

Blender 2.78c can crash or run attacker-controlled code when a user imports a malicious PNG asset through the sequencer. This is mainly a workstation and creative-pipeline risk, not a typical internet-facing server issue.

Executive priority

Treat as a high-priority workstation and content-supply-chain issue if Blender is used. The business risk is code execution through malicious media assets handled by creative staff or automated render workflows.

Technical view

The flaw is an integer overflow in Blender PNG loading that can become a buffer overflow. The CVE description says exploitation requires a specially crafted PNG and user interaction, with code execution in the Blender application context.

Likely exposure

Organizations are exposed where Blender 2.78c is installed on user workstations, render nodes, or automated content workflows that ingest PNG assets. Exposure is higher when staff handle files from external clients, marketplaces, or untrusted media sources.

Exploitation context

The bundle does not show CISA KEV listing or active exploitation evidence. Exploitation requires convincing a user to use a crafted PNG as a Blender sequencer asset, so phishing or malicious project assets are the plausible delivery path.

Researcher notes

Source evidence identifies Blender 2.78c and PNG loading through the sequencer. The public bundle does not provide exploit-in-the-wild evidence, broad version ranges, or universal fixed-version details beyond distribution security advisories.

Mitigation direction

  • Upgrade Blender through vendor or distribution security updates, including Debian advisories where applicable.
  • Restrict use of untrusted PNG assets in Blender, especially through the sequencer.
  • Remove or isolate Blender 2.78c from production workflows until updated.
  • Review automated render or media pipelines that process user-supplied PNG files.

Validation and detection

  • Inventory endpoints and render systems for Blender 2.78c installations.
  • Confirm package status against Debian DSA-4248 or DLA-1465-1 where relevant.
  • Check whether Blender workflows accept external PNG assets from users or clients.
  • Verify updated systems no longer report the affected Blender version.
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Confidence
high
Sources
5

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Vulnerability profileCVE Program record
Severity
High
CVSS
8.8 (3.0)
Known Exploited
No
Published

Vector: CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Official CVE source material

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1CVSS vectors
0Timeline events
0ADP providers
4Source links

CVSS vector scores

1 official score

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ScoreVersionSeverityVectorExploitImpactSource
8.8CVSS 3.0HighCVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H2.85.9Primary CVE score

Vulnerability scoring details

Base CVSS 3.0 score

8.8High
CVSS 3.0 vector shape for CVE-2017-2900Attack VectorAttack ComplexityPrivileges RequiredUser InteractionScopeConfidentiality ImpactIntegrity ImpactAvailability Impact

Vector: CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Attack Vector
NetworkAdjacentLocalPhysical
Attack Complexity
LowHigh
Privileges Required
NoneLowHigh
User Interaction
NoneRequired
Scope
ChangedUnchanged
Confidentiality Impact
HighLowNone
Integrity Impact
HighLowNone
Availability Impact
HighLowNone

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Affected products

Products and packages named in the record

VendorProductVersion / packageStatus
BlenderBlenderv2.78cListed
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