CVE-2026-111135: Out-of-bounds Read in libyal libfwsi
Description
CVE-2026-111135 is a heap out-of-bounds read vulnerability in libfwsi version 0, specifically in the function libfwsi_mtp_volume_values_read_data(). This flaw allows attackers to read memory beyond buffer boundaries by crafting MTP volume shell items embedded in .lnk files, jump lists, or shell bags. The crafted shell items range from 10 to 53 bytes with an item data size of 44 or more, which can cause consuming processes to crash. The vulnerability has a CVSS 4.0 base score of 6.9, indicating medium severity.
CVSS v4.0
Score 6.9medium
Affected software
libyal
libfwsi
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Technical Analysis
The vulnerability exists in libfwsi through version 0, where the function libfwsi_mtp_volume_values_read_data() improperly reads heap memory out-of-bounds when processing crafted MTP volume shell items. An attacker can embed specially crafted shell items within .lnk files, jump lists, or shell bags to trigger this condition. This leads to reading past allocated buffer limits, potentially causing process crashes. The CVSS 4.0 vector indicates local attack vector with low complexity, no privileges required, user interaction needed, and high impact on availability.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation results in a heap out-of-bounds read that can cause consuming processes to crash, impacting availability. There is no indication of privilege escalation, information disclosure beyond the out-of-bounds read, or code execution. The attack requires local access and user interaction.
Mitigation Recommendations
No patch or official fix information is provided in the available data. Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is available, avoid opening or processing untrusted .lnk files, jump lists, or shell bags that may contain maliciously crafted MTP volume shell items.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- VulnCheck
- Date Reserved
- 2026-10-15T17:03:54.741Z
- Cvss Version
- 4.0
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6ad123b42cdf04f65652b6f4
Added to database: 10/15/2026, 19:04:20 UTC
Last enriched: 10/15/2026, 19:49:03 UTC
Last updated: 10/15/2026, 19:49:03 UTC
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