GIMP ANI File Parsing Integer Overflow Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

A remote code execution vulnerability has been identified in GIMP, specifically within the ANI file parsing process. This issue arises from improper validation of user-supplied data, leading to an integer overflow before buffer allocation. As a result, remote attackers can execute arbitrary code on affected systems. Exploitation requires user interaction, such as opening a malicious ANI file.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability allows for arbitrary code execution on the affected system, executed in the context of the current process.

Remediation

GIMP has released a patch for this vulnerability. Users can refer to the GIMP GitLab repository for details on the update.