Vulnerability Description
WinFsp through 2.2.26215 contains a null pointer dereference vulnerability in the kernel driver's Fast I/O device control handler that fails to validate the volume context before use. An unprivileged local user can trigger a denial of service by opening the WinFsp control device and issuing FSP_IOCTL_TRANSACT requests, causing a system crash.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/winfsp/winfsp
- https://github.com/winfsp/winfsp/blob/v2.2B4/src/sys/devctl.c#L105-L114
- https://github.com/winfsp/winfsp/blob/v2.2B4/src/sys/devctl.c#L146-L152
- https://github.com/winfsp/winfsp/blob/v2.2B4/src/sys/devctl.c#L68-L73
- https://github.com/winfsp/winfsp/blob/v2.2B4/src/sys/volume.c#L1059-L1060
- https://github.com/winfsp/winfsp/commit/b8103265ec63fa87ac264c62bb796dbc38376652
- https://github.com/winfsp/winfsp/releases/tag/v2.2B4
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/winfsp-through-2.2.26215-null-pointer-deref
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-93689?
CVE-2026-93689 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). WinFsp through 2.2.26215 contains a null pointer dereference vulnerability in the kernel driver's Fast I/O device control handler that fails to validate the volume context before use. An unprivileged ...
How severe is CVE-2026-93689?
CVE-2026-93689 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-93689?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.