CVE-2026-50811: n/a
An out-of-bounds read vulnerability exists in FreeType versions before 2.14.3 in the src/truetype/ttgxvar.c file, specifically in the TT_Get_Var_Design implementation used by FT_Get_Var_Design_Coordinates. This vulnerability could lead to improper memory access when processing TrueType GX variations. No CVSS score or detailed impact information is provided. No official patch or remediation guidance is currently confirmed.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2026-50811 describes an out-of-bounds read vulnerability in FreeType prior to version 2.14.3. The flaw is located in the TrueType GX variations code (src/truetype/ttgxvar.c), within the TT_Get_Var_Design function used by FT_Get_Var_Design_Coordinates. This vulnerability may cause the software to read memory outside the intended bounds, potentially leading to crashes or information disclosure. The vulnerability affects FreeType versions before 2.14.3 and before commit 5a280ecde6f324de0d226261036e736e0cb49a71. There is no CVSS score or vendor advisory indicating patch availability or mitigation steps at this time.
Potential Impact
The out-of-bounds read could result in application crashes or unintended memory disclosure when processing certain font data. No known exploits are reported in the wild. The exact impact on confidentiality, integrity, or availability is not detailed in the available information.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, cautious handling of untrusted font files is advised. No vendor advisory or patch links are currently available.
CVE-2026-50811: n/a
Description
An out-of-bounds read vulnerability exists in FreeType versions before 2.14.3 in the src/truetype/ttgxvar.c file, specifically in the TT_Get_Var_Design implementation used by FT_Get_Var_Design_Coordinates. This vulnerability could lead to improper memory access when processing TrueType GX variations. No CVSS score or detailed impact information is provided. No official patch or remediation guidance is currently confirmed.
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-50811 describes an out-of-bounds read vulnerability in FreeType prior to version 2.14.3. The flaw is located in the TrueType GX variations code (src/truetype/ttgxvar.c), within the TT_Get_Var_Design function used by FT_Get_Var_Design_Coordinates. This vulnerability may cause the software to read memory outside the intended bounds, potentially leading to crashes or information disclosure. The vulnerability affects FreeType versions before 2.14.3 and before commit 5a280ecde6f324de0d226261036e736e0cb49a71. There is no CVSS score or vendor advisory indicating patch availability or mitigation steps at this time.
Potential Impact
The out-of-bounds read could result in application crashes or unintended memory disclosure when processing certain font data. No known exploits are reported in the wild. The exact impact on confidentiality, integrity, or availability is not detailed in the available information.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, cautious handling of untrusted font files is advised. No vendor advisory or patch links are currently available.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- mitre
- Date Reserved
- 2026-06-07T00:00:00.000Z
- Cvss Version
- null
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 6a4d84b7c9d9e3dbe3faa81b
Added to database: 07/07/2026, 22:59:03 UTC
Last enriched: 07/07/2026, 23:13:16 UTC
Last updated: 07/07/2026, 23:24:17 UTC
Views: 4
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