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CVE-2026-79515

MEDIUM · CVSS 4.3 EPSS 0.18% Public Exploit

Source: NVD + CISA KEV + EPSS · Published 2026-09-09 · Last synced 2026-09-15

CyberRota Analysis

AI-Generated

The vulnerability exists in the stbtt_GetGlyphShape component of the stb library, where an out-of-bounds read can be exploited by attackers through specially crafted TTF files, potentially leading to a Denial of Service (DoS). Organizations utilizing the stb library in their applications should prioritize addressing this issue to mitigate the risk of service interruptions.

Public Exploit Signal

A public exploit, PoC, GitHub repository or Metasploit reference was detected for this CVE.

GitHub PoC Links
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CVE
CVE-2026-79515
Severity
MEDIUM
CVSS
4.3
EPSS
0.18%

Original NVD Description

An out-of-bounds read in the stbtt_GetGlyphShape component of nothings stb commit 31c1ad3 allows attackers to cause a Denial of Service (DoS) via sending a crafted TTF file.