CVE-2019-9635: NULL pointer dereference in Google TensorFlow before 1.12.2 could cause a denial of service via an invalid GIF file.
Summary
A NULL pointer dereference (a type of bug where software tries to access memory that doesn't exist) in Google TensorFlow versions before 1.12.2 could allow an attacker to cause a denial of service (making the software crash or become unresponsive) by providing an invalid GIF image file. This vulnerability affects TensorFlow's image processing capabilities.
Solution / Mitigation
Upgrade to TensorFlow version 1.12.2 or later. According to the source, the vulnerability existed in versions before 1.12.2, indicating this version includes the fix.
Vulnerability Details
4.3
EPSS: 0.1%
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Original source: https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2019-9635
First tracked: February 15, 2026 at 08:38 PM
Classified by LLM (prompt v3) · confidence: 92%