PatchTheCVECVE-2020-18652: Buffer Overflow vulnerability in WEBP_Support.cpp in exempi 2.5.0 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause
CVE-2020-18652 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 6.5) affecting exempi. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Buffer Overflow vulnerability in WEBP_Support.cpp in exempi 2.5.0 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via opening of crafted webp file.
Why this priority
- Public exploit reference
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 6.5 (Medium) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | Required |
| EPSS exploit chance | 1.0% (top 37%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-787 |
| Published | 2023-08-22 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2020-18652?
exempi: upgrade to newer than 2.5.0. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2020-18652 being exploited?
CVE-2020-18652 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2020-18652 affect?
CVE-2020-18652 affects exempi. Severity is medium (CVSS 6.5). Buffer Overflow vulnerability in WEBP_Support.cpp in exempi 2.5.0 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via opening of crafted webp file.
How urgent is CVE-2020-18652?
Priority 43/100. Public exploit reference
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