Critical HEIF format flaw enables remote code execution

A zero-day vulnerability in HEIF image parsers enables remote code execution attacks on vulnerable systems.

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The exploit, named HEIF Heist, was demonstrated by security researchers.

Developers are urged to update their image processing libraries.

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