CVE-2026-90682 Details
Description
A security vulnerability has been detected in Matthias-Wandel jhead up to 3.3. This impacts the function ProcessGpsInfo of the file gpsinfo.c of the component WebP EXIF Handler. Such manipulation of the argument TAG_GPS_LAT/TAG_GPS_LONG leads to heap-based buffer overflow. An attack has to be approached locally. The exploit has been disclosed publicly and may be used. The project was informed of the problem early through an issue report but has not responded yet.
A heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability has been identified in Matthias-Wandel Jhead versions up to 3.3. The issue arises in the WebP EXIF handler, specifically within the 'ProcessGpsInfo' function of 'gpsinfo.c'. The vulnerability is triggered by manipulating the GPS latitude and longitude tags, which leads to a heap-based buffer overflow. This vulnerability requires local exploitation.
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Assessed Sep 14, 2026CISA-ADP
Assessed Sep 15, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://github.com/Matthias-Wandel/jhead/ | [email protected] | ProductSource CodeVendor |
| https://github.com/Matthias-Wandel/jhead/issues/99 | [email protected] | ExploitIssue TrackingTechnical DescriptionVendor |
| https://github.com/user-attachments/files/30397094/poc.zip | [email protected] | Broken LinkExploit |
| https://vuldb.com/cve/CVE-2026-90682 | [email protected] | AdvisoryPermission Required |
| https://vuldb.com/submit/914948 | [email protected] | Issue TrackingPermission Required |
| https://vuldb.com/vuln/403215 | [email protected] | AdvisoryPartial Content |
| https://vuldb.com/vuln/403215/cti | [email protected] | AdvisoryPartial Content |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-119 | Improper Restriction of Operations within the Bounds of a Memory Buffer | [email protected] |
| CWE-122 | Heap-based Buffer Overflow | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| Matthias-Wandel jhead | <= 3.3 |
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Change History
2 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 15, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Sep 14, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |