Imagination Graphics DDK up to 26.1 RTM1 Memory Free Paths double free
| CVSS Meta Temp Score | Current Exploit Price (≈) | CTI Interest Score |
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| 8.4 | $0-$5k | 1.01 |
Summary
A vulnerability classified as very critical was found in Imagination Graphics DDK up to 1.18 RTM2/23.2 RTM2/24.2 RTM2/25.3 RTM/26.1 RTM1. Affected is an unknown function of the component Memory Free Paths. Executing a manipulation can lead to double free. This vulnerability is registered as CVE-2026-45202. The attack needs to be launched locally. No exploit is available.
Details
A vulnerability classified as very critical was found in Imagination Graphics DDK up to 1.18 RTM2/23.2 RTM2/24.2 RTM2/25.3 RTM/26.1 RTM1. This vulnerability affects an unknown function of the component Memory Free Paths. The manipulation with an unknown input leads to a double free vulnerability. The CWE definition for the vulnerability is CWE-415. The product calls free() twice on the same memory address, potentially leading to modification of unexpected memory locations. As an impact it is known to affect confidentiality, integrity, and availability. CVE summarizes:
Software installed and run as a non-privileged user may conduct GPU system calls which cause GPU memory leaks and possible kernel heap corruption. Scenario caused by memory free paths not maintaining state data of upgraded higher order allocations. This could cause memory leak or double free event.
The advisory is available at imaginationtech.com. This vulnerability was named CVE-2026-45202 since 05/11/2026. The exploitation appears to be easy. Local access is required to approach this attack. The technical details are unknown and an exploit is not available. The structure of the vulnerability defines a possible price range of USD $0-$5k at the moment (estimation calculated on 08/21/2026).
Upgrading to version 26.1 RTM2 eliminates this vulnerability.
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Product
Vendor
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Version
CPE 2.3
CPE 2.2
CVSSv4
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CVSSv3
VulDB Meta Base Score: 8.8VulDB Meta Temp Score: 8.4
VulDB Base Score: 8.8
VulDB Temp Score: 8.4
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Exploiting
Class: Double freeCWE: CWE-415 / CWE-119
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Physical: Partially
Local: Yes
Remote: No
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Status: Not defined
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Threat Intelligence
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Countermeasures
Recommended: UpgradeStatus: 🔍
0-Day Time: 🔒
Upgrade: Graphics DDK 26.1 RTM2
Timeline
05/11/2026 CVE reserved08/21/2026 Advisory disclosed
08/21/2026 VulDB entry created
08/21/2026 VulDB entry last update
Sources
Advisory: imaginationtech.comStatus: Confirmed
CVE: CVE-2026-45202 (🔒)
GCVE (CVE): GCVE-0-2026-45202
GCVE (VulDB): GCVE-100-394030
Entry
Created: 08/21/2026 06:32Changes: 08/21/2026 06:32 (54)
Complete: 🔍
Cache ID: 216::103
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