CVE-2026-20911
LibRaw Heap Buffer Overflow Vulnerability
Description
A heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability exists in the HuffTable::initval functionality of LibRaw Commit 0b56545 and Commit d20315b. A specially crafted malicious file can lead to a heap buffer overflow. An attacker can provide a malicious file to trigger this vulnerability.
INFO
Published Date :
April 7, 2026, 3:17 p.m.
Last Modified :
April 7, 2026, 3:17 p.m.
Remotely Exploit :
Yes !
Source :
[email protected]
Affected Products
The following products are affected by CVE-2026-20911
vulnerability.
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CVSS Scores
| Score | Version | Severity | Vector | Exploitability Score | Impact Score | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CVSS 3.1 | CRITICAL | [email protected] |
Solution
- Update LibRaw to a version that includes the fix.
- Apply patches for LibRaw Commit 0b56545 and d20315b.
- Recompile the affected software using the patched library.
References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
Here, you will find a curated list of external links that provide in-depth
information, practical solutions, and valuable tools related to
CVE-2026-20911.
| URL | Resource |
|---|---|
| https://talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2026-2330 |
CWE - Common Weakness Enumeration
While CVE identifies
specific instances of vulnerabilities, CWE categorizes the common flaws or
weaknesses that can lead to vulnerabilities. CVE-2026-20911 is
associated with the following CWEs:
Common Attack Pattern Enumeration and Classification (CAPEC)
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approaches employed by adversaries to exploit the CVE-2026-20911
weaknesses.
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New CVE Received by [email protected]
Apr. 07, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Description A heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability exists in the HuffTable::initval functionality of LibRaw Commit 0b56545 and Commit d20315b. A specially crafted malicious file can lead to a heap buffer overflow. An attacker can provide a malicious file to trigger this vulnerability. Added CVSS V3.1 AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H Added CWE CWE-131 Added Reference https://talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2026-2330