Vulnerability Description
GNU mtools before 4.0.50 has an out-of-bounds write in parse_vses in vfat.c.
CVSS Score
6.1
MEDIUM
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:H
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/deepin-community/mtools/blob/16d295331a1cfbcf02ad0b2f03c9b906
- https://github.com/deepin-community/mtools/blob/16d295331a1cfbcf02ad0b2f03c9b906
- https://lists.gnu.org/archive/html/info-mtools/2026-10/msg00001.html
- https://lists.gnu.org/archive/html/info-mtools/2026-10/msg00002.html
- https://lists.gnu.org/archive/html/info-mtools/2026-10/msg00004.html
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2026/10/31/1
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-118384?
CVE-2026-118384 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.1 (MEDIUM). GNU mtools before 4.0.50 has an out-of-bounds write in parse_vses in vfat.c.
How severe is CVE-2026-118384?
CVE-2026-118384 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-118384?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.