CVE-2026-7580 — Exiftool Vulnerability
CVE-2026-7580 — A vulnerability was detected in Exiftool up to 13.53. Impacted is the function Process_mrld of the file lib/Image/ExifTool/GM.pm of the component JPEG/QuickTime/MOV/MP4. The manipulation of the argument -ee results in code injection. Attacking locally is a requirement. Upgrading to v
What This Means For You
- If your environment is affected by CWE-74, CWE-94, review your exposure and prioritize patching based on your environment. Monitor vendor advisories for CVE-2026-7580 updates and patches.
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🛡️ Detection Rules
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CVE-2026-7580 - Exiftool -ee Argument Code Injection
title: CVE-2026-7580 - Exiftool -ee Argument Code Injection
id: scw-2026-05-01-ai-1
status: experimental
level: high
description: |
Detects the use of the '-ee' argument with Exiftool, which is a known vector for code injection in CVE-2026-7580. This rule specifically targets the vulnerable function Process_mrld within Exiftool when processing JPEG/QuickTime/MOV/MP4 files.
author: SCW Feed Engine (AI-generated)
date: 2026-05-01
references:
- https://shimiscyberworld.com/posts/nvd-CVE-2026-7580/
tags:
- attack.execution
- attack.t1059.004
logsource:
category: process_creation
detection:
selection:
Image|contains:
- 'exiftool.exe'
CommandLine|contains:
- '-ee'
condition: selection
falsepositives:
- Legitimate administrative activity
Source: Shimi's Cyber World · License & reuse
Indicators of Compromise
| ID | Type | Indicator |
|---|---|---|
| CVE-2026-7580 | vulnerability | CVE-2026-7580 |
| CWE-74 | weakness | CWE-74 |
| CWE-94 | weakness | CWE-94 |
Written by SCW Vulnerability Desk
Source & Attribution
| Source Platform | NVD |
| Channel | National Vulnerability Database |
| Published | May 01, 2026 at 15:16 UTC |
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