CVE-2026-96943 Windows Raw Image Extension Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

High 8.8 Published Updated

An integer overflow in the Windows Raw Image Extension allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Not needed
Attackable
Over the internet
Victim action needed
A user has to click or open something
Fix
None listed

What is CVE-2026-96943?

CVE-2026-96943 is a high-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Raw Image Extension, published on 13 Oct 2026. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.

Official description

Integer overflow or wraparound in Windows Raw Image Extension allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code over a network.

Weakness: CWE-190, CWE-122

Which versions are affected by CVE-2026-96943?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Microsoft Raw Image Extension.

How do I fix CVE-2026-96943?

No fix has been published for CVE-2026-96943 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2026-96943 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2026-96943 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-vxjm-6p2h-m9mf.

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