CVE-2026-20884 Integer overflow in LibRaw

High 8.1 Published Updated

An integer overflow in LibRaw's deflate_dng_load_raw function allows attackers to trigger a heap buffer overflow via a malicious file, potentially leading to code execution.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Not needed
Attackable
Over the internet
Victim action needed
Not needed
Fix
Available

What is CVE-2026-20884?

CVE-2026-20884 is a high-severity vulnerability in Libraw Libraw, published on 7 Apr 2026. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

An integer overflow vulnerability exists in the deflate_dng_load_raw functionality of LibRaw Commit 8dc68e2. A specially crafted malicious file can lead to a heap buffer overflow. An attacker can provide a malicious file to trigger this vulnerability.

Weakness: CWE-190

Which versions are affected by CVE-2026-20884?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Libraw Libraw.

How do I fix CVE-2026-20884?

Upgrade to a fixed version.

Is CVE-2026-20884 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2026-20884 in the wild and no public exploit code.

All Libraw Libraw vulnerabilities

Sources

Also known as AZL-82949, DEBIAN-CVE-2026-20884, ECHO-e74f-830c-cd04, GHSA-ghvx-hc97-wc4v, JLSEC-2026-1113, UBUNTU-CVE-2026-20884.

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