# CVE-2026-59087: gimp: A flaw was found in the GIMP image manipulation program, specifically within its Seattle Filmworks file loader

CVE-2026-59087 is fixed in gimp on 1 platform by DEBIAN-CVE-2026-59087 (version 3.2.6-1), released August 10, 2026. It is not reported as exploited. Patch Radar priority: High.

- Web page: https://patchblox.com/security/cve/CVE-2026-59087
- Priority: High
- CVSS: 7.8 (high)
- EPSS: 0.0047
- CISA KEV: not listed
- Exploited (vendor report): no
- Publicly disclosed: no
- Published: Aug 10, 2026

## Description

A flaw was found in the GIMP image manipulation program, specifically within its Seattle Filmworks file loader. A remote attacker could exploit this vulnerability by tricking a user into opening a specially crafted Seattle Filmworks file. This could lead to a heap overflow, allowing the attacker to write several kilobytes of controlled data beyond the intended memory buffer. Such an overflow can result in memory corruption, potentially leading to arbitrary code execution or a denial of service.

## Where it's fixed

| Platform | Product | Fixed in | Fix | Released |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Linux | gimp Debian 14 | 3.2.6-1 | [DEBIAN-CVE-2026-59087](https://patchblox.com/security/data/fix/linux/debian-cve-2026-59087.md) | Aug 10, 2026 |

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