CVE-2026-56136
NTFS-3G Out-of-Bounds Read Vulnerability
Description
In NTFS-3G through 2026.2.25, an out-of-bounds read exists in ntfs_ir_nill() in libntfs-3g/index.c that allows an attacker to read possibly confidential information in an ntfs-3g process by crafting a malicious NTFS image. This read operation is triggered by creation of a file with a crafted name.
INFO
Published Date :
Aug. 24, 2026, 9:17 p.m.
Last Modified :
Aug. 24, 2026, 9:17 p.m.
Remotely Exploit :
No
Source :
[email protected]
Affected Products
The following products are affected by CVE-2026-56136
vulnerability.
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No affected product recoded yet
Solution
- Update NTFS-3G to version 2026.2.25 or later.
- Avoid creating files with crafted names.
- Monitor NTFS processes for suspicious activity.
References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
Here, you will find a curated list of external links that provide in-depth
information, practical solutions, and valuable tools related to
CVE-2026-56136.
| URL | Resource |
|---|---|
| https://github.com/tuxera/ntfs-3g/security/advisories/GHSA-r66g-c39x-cw95 |
CWE - Common Weakness Enumeration
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weaknesses that can lead to vulnerabilities. CVE-2026-56136 is
associated with the following CWEs:
Common Attack Pattern Enumeration and Classification (CAPEC)
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approaches employed by adversaries to exploit the CVE-2026-56136
weaknesses.
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New CVE Received by [email protected]
Aug. 24, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Affected [{'vendor': 'n/a', 'product': 'n/a', 'versions': [{'status': 'affected', 'version': 'n/a'}]}] Added Description In NTFS-3G through 2026.2.25, an out-of-bounds read exists in ntfs_ir_nill() in libntfs-3g/index.c that allows an attacker to read possibly confidential information in an ntfs-3g process by crafting a malicious NTFS image. This read operation is triggered by creation of a file with a crafted name. Added Reference https://github.com/tuxera/ntfs-3g/security/advisories/GHSA-r66g-c39x-cw95