CVE-2026-107704
Command injection
- Published8 Oct 2026
Description
The image_optimizer Ruby gem 1.3.0 through 1.9.0 contains an OS command injection vulnerability in ImageOptimizer#identify_format that allows attackers to execute commands by supplying a crafted image path when the identify option is enabled. Attackers controlling the path, such as an uploaded file name, can append shell metacharacters like ';' that are executed via Ruby backticks with the Ruby process privileges.
CVSS 3.1 breakdown
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:HRemediation
No fixed version is recorded in the NVD data. Check the vendor advisory for the latest guidance.
References
- https://gist.github.com/R3tro16/a99a058d24a06692721a6a3fade9649d
- https://github.com/jtescher/image_optimizer
- https://github.com/jtescher/image_optimizer/blob/v1.9.0/lib/image_optimizer.rb#L37-L47
- https://github.com/jtescher/image_optimizer/blob/v1.9.0/lib/image_optimizer/shell.rb#L30-L32
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/image-optimizer-1.3.0-through-1.9.0-os-command-injection-via-identify-format
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Frequently asked
Is CVE-2026-107704 being actively exploited?
CVE-2026-107704 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit probability is 1.66%.
How severe is CVE-2026-107704?
CVE-2026-107704 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.8, rated critical. EPSS estimates a 1.66% probability of exploitation.
How do I fix CVE-2026-107704?
Apply the vendor's patch or advisory guidance, then verify no affected versions remain across your devices.
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Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.