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CVE-2026-116261

libimobiledevice AFC File afc.c afc_file_open out-of-bounds

CVSS score

5.1

EPSS probability

—

Risk score

0.5

Published

4 h ago

Patch status has not yet been verified

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Vulnerability description

DayBreach AI Explanation

Verified against sources

CVE-2026-116261: libimobiledevice AFC File Handler Out-of-Bounds Vulnerability

Sources read

1

Source agreement

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Evidence confidence

%55

Short explanation

Detected in libimobiledevice up to 1.4.0, CVE-2026-116261 is an out-of-bounds read vulnerability affecting the afc_file_open function in the AFC File Handler component. The vulnerability can be initiated remotely and features a public exploit [S0].

Why does it matter?

This vulnerability allows attackers to remotely access sensitive data. The vendor has not responded to disclosures, and the patch status remains unknown [S0].

What should be done?

  • Monitor vendor advisories [S0]
  • Check official sources for updates [S0]
Chain of evidence and sources2 verified claims

CVE-2026-116261 zafiyeti, libimobiledevice 1.4.0 ve önceki sürümlerdeki afc_file_open fonksiyonunu etkiler.

Saldırganlar bytes argümanını manipüle ederek sınır dışı okuma gerçekleştirebilir ve zafiyet uzaktan başlatılabilir.

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A security vulnerability has been detected in libimobiledevice up to 1.4.0. Impacted is the function afc_file_open of the file src/afc.c of the component AFC File Handler. The manipulation of the argument bytes leads to out-of-bounds read. It is possible to initiate the attack remotely. The exploit has been disclosed publicly and may be used. The vendor was contacted early about this disclosure but did not respond in any way.

CVSS vector: CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:P/VC:L/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:P

CWE: CWE-125, CWE-119

This explanation was compiled automatically from the source records. Scores, active exploitation, patch and exploit status come straight from the sources.

IMPACT: Affected Products and Software

Affected Products

The following products are affected by CVE-2026-116261 vulnerability. Where our threat engine knows the exact affected versions, they are listed below.

IDVENDORPRODUCTACTION
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Total affected vendors: 1|Products: 1

RED HAT CSAF/VEX: Product Impact Check

Red Hat has not yet published a CSAF/VEX impact record for this CVE. This does not mean “not affected”.

SCORING: CVSS from Multiple Sources

CVSS Scores

The Common Vulnerability Scoring System is a standardised framework for assessing the severity of vulnerabilities in software and systems. We collect and display CVSS scores from several sources for each CVE.

SCOREVERSIONSEVERITYVECTORSOURCE
5.1CVSS V4_0MEDIUMCVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:P/VC:L/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:PCVE CNA
4.0CVSS V2—AV:N/AC:L/Au:S/C:P/I:N/A:NNVD
4.0CVSS V2_0—AV:N/AC:L/Au:S/C:P/I:N/A:N/E:POC/RL:ND/RC:CCVE CNA
3.5CVSS V31LOWCVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:NNVD
3.5CVSS V3_1LOWCVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:P/RL:X/RC:CCVE CNA
3.5CVSS V3_0LOWCVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:P/RL:X/RC:CCVE CNA
2.0CVSS V40LOWCVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:P/VC:L/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:P/CR:X/IR:X/AR:X/MAV:X/MAC:X/MAT:X/MPR:X/MUI:X/MVC:X/MVI:X/MVA:X/MSC:X/MSI:X/MSA:X/S:X/AU:X/R:X/V:X/RE:X/U:XNVD

Patch and Remediation Guide

Solution & Remediation Advisory

Patch status unknown

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Restrict access to internet-facing services and apply network segmentation.
Until a patch is confirmed, follow the vendor advisory; do not read an unknown status as “no patch”.
Monitor server logs and network endpoints for signs of anomalous execution.

Public exploit and active exploitation status

Verified exploit intelligence

No verified public PoC, exploit repository or Metasploit module has been found for this CVE yet.

Weakness Classification and Attack Patterns (CWE & CAPEC)

CWE - Common Weakness Enumeration

While CVE identifies specific instances of vulnerabilities, CWE categorises the common flaws or weaknesses that can lead to vulnerabilities. CVE-2026-116261 is associated with the following CWEs:

Common Attack Pattern Enumeration and Classification (CAPEC)

Common Attack Pattern Enumeration and Classification (CAPEC) stores attack patterns, which are descriptions of the common attributes and approaches employed by adversaries to exploit the CVE-2026-116261 weaknesses.

Attack Vector and Accessibility

ExposureAğ üzerinden
PermissionsLow
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Official Sources and Advisories

CVSS Vector Radar Chart

5.1 / 10
Attack VectorNetworkComplexityLowPrivilegesLowUser Interact.RequiredConfidentialityLowIntegrityNoneAvailabilityNone

Vulnerability Scoring Details

CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:P/VC:L/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:P
Attack VectorNetwork
Attack ComplexityLow
Privileges RequiredLow privileges
User InteractionP
Confidentiality (Gizlilik)Low
Integrity (Bütünlük)P
Availability (Erişilebilirlik)None

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