CVE-2026-116259 Details
Description
A security flaw has been discovered in libimobiledevice up to 1.4.0. This vulnerability affects the function afc_get_device_info_key of the file src/afc.c of the component Device Info Handler. Performing a manipulation of the argument Value results in memory corruption. The attack requires a local approach. The exploit has been released to the public and may be used for attacks. The vendor was contacted early about this disclosure but did not respond in any way.
A memory corruption vulnerability has been identified in libimobiledevice versions prior to 1.4.0. The issue arises in the Device Info Handler component, specifically within the afc_get_device_info_key function in src/afc.c. This vulnerability requires local exploitation.
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Assessed Oct 26, 2026CISA-ADP
Assessed Oct 26, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
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| https://bohmid-com.vercel.app/#/article/blog-afc-writeup | [email protected] | BundleTechnical Analysis |
| https://vuldb.com/cve/CVE-2026-116259 | [email protected] | AdvisoryPermission Required |
| https://vuldb.com/submit/1009968 | [email protected] | Issue TrackingPermission Required |
| https://vuldb.com/vuln/426298 | [email protected] | AdvisoryPermission Required |
| https://vuldb.com/vuln/426298/cti | [email protected] | Content Wall |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-119 | Improper Restriction of Operations within the Bounds of a Memory Buffer | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| libimobiledevice | <= 1.4.0 (semver) |
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Change History
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| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 26, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Oct 26, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |