CVE-2026-40385
libexif: libexif: Information disclosure and crashes via integer overflow in Nikon MakerNote handling
Severity
ModerateRed Hat Product Security
CVSS 3.1
Review impact separately from score.
Published · April 13, 2026
Updated · July 12, 2026
Description
A flaw was found in libexif. A local attacker on a 32-bit system could exploit an unsigned 32-bit integer overflow vulnerability in the Nikon MakerNote handling. This could lead to application crashes or the disclosure of sensitive information.
Statement
This Moderate impact vulnerability in libexif affects 32-bit systems. A local attacker could trigger an integer overflow in the Nikon MakerNote handling, potentially leading to application crashes or information disclosure.
CVSS score applicability
The CVSS score(s) listed for this vulnerability do not reflect the associated product's status, and are included for informational purposes to better understand the severity of this vulnerability.
Mitigation
On 32-bit systems, avoid processing untrusted image files that contain Nikon MakerNotes. This operational control reduces the risk of exploitation by preventing vulnerable applications from parsing malicious EXIF data.
CVSS / CWE
CVSS 3.1 · 4CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:L
CWE-190 · Integer Overflow or Wraparound