CVE-2026-116259: libimobiledevice Device Info afc.c afc_get_device_info_key memory corruption
Published Oct 26, 2026
·Updated
A security flaw has been discovered in libimobiledevice up to 1.4.0. This vulnerability affects the function afcgetdeviceinfokey 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.
Affected Software
1 affected component
libimobiledevice libimobiledevice<=1.4.0
Event History
Oct 26, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What level of access does an attacker need?
Exploitation requires local access and low privileges. No user interaction is required.
2
Which versions should be considered affected?
The issue is reported to affect libimobiledevice versions up to and including 1.4.0.
3
Is public exploit code available?
Yes. The exploit has been released publicly and may be used in attacks.