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9.8

cleanstart/jbig2dec may run malicious code

published 4 days ago
Summary

The jbig2dec library used by cleanstart/jbig2dec has a weakness in its image handling routine. An attacker could supply a specially crafted image that causes the program to execute unwanted code, potentially compromising the system. Update to the latest version of jbig2dec or apply the vendor’s patch as soon as possible.

What to do
  • Update cleanstart jbig2dec to version 0.18-r0.
Affected software
Ecosystem VendorProductAffected versions
CleanStart cleanstart jbig2dec < 0.18-r0
Fix: upgrade to 0.18-r0
Original advisory text
jbig2_image_compose in jbig2_image
Security vulnerability affects the jbig2dec package. jbig2_image_compose in jbig2_image.
Fix within
Internet-facing 3 days
Internal 60 days
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Can be exploited automatically (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker full control (estimated)
Severity
9.8 Critical
Timeline
Published31 Oct 2026
Updated31 Oct 2026
First seen31 Oct 2026
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