A security update has been released for Krita, an image manipulation program. The update fixes a vulnerability that could cause a heap-based buffer overflow when loading a manipulated TGA file in Krita. The issue was fixed in version 1:4.4.2+dfsg-1+deb11u1 of the package, which is available for Debian GNU/Linux 11 (Bullseye) LTS users.

[DLA 4395-1] krita security update

[SECURITY] [DLA 4395-1] krita security update

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Debian LTS Advisory DLA-4395-1 debian-lts@lists.debian.org
https://www.debian.org/lts/security/ Daniel Leidert
December 05, 2025 https://wiki.debian.org/LTS
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Package : krita
Version : 1:4.4.2+dfsg-1+deb11u1
CVE ID : CVE-2025-59820

Loading a manipulated TGA file in krita, an image manipulation program,
could result in a heap-based buffer overflow in KisTgaImport.

For Debian 11 bullseye, this problem has been fixed in version
1:4.4.2+dfsg-1+deb11u1.

We recommend that you upgrade your krita packages.

For the detailed security status of krita please refer to
its security tracker page at:
https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/krita

Further information about Debian LTS security advisories, how to apply
these updates to your system and frequently asked questions can be
found at: https://wiki.debian.org/LTS