CVE-2026-17535: Velociraptor Multiple Crashes in NTFS Parser when applied to invalid NTFS Volumes
Velociraptor's NTFS parsing library mishandles several out of bound and memory exhaustion bugs which may be triggered by maliciously crafted NTFS images.
Typically Velociraptor's NTFS parser is used on live NTFS filesystems, limiting the opportunity of attackers corrupting the filesystem. However, in some applications (e.g. dead disk forensics https://docs.velociraptor.app/docs/forensic/deaddisk/ ) Velociraptor may be used on untrusted NTFS image files.
If an attacker is able to inject maliciously corrupted NTFS Volumes they can cause a crash and a Denial of Service.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2026-17535?
The severity of CVE-2026-17535 is medium with a score of 6.2.
What devices are affected by CVE-2026-17535?
CVE-2026-17535 affects the Velociraptor utility that utilizes its NTFS parsing library.
How do I fix CVE-2026-17535?
To mitigate CVE-2026-17535, ensure you are using the latest version of Velociraptor with any security patches applied.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2026-17535?
CVE-2026-17535 can lead to crashes in Velociraptor when processing invalid NTFS volumes, possibly resulting in denial of service.
Is CVE-2026-17535 exploitable over the network?
CVE-2026-17535 is not directly exploitable over the network since it typically requires manipulation of NTFS images.