CVE-2026-72208: ntfs: add bounds check before accessing EA entries

Published Aug 15, 2026

Updated

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:

ntfs: add bounds check before accessing EA entries

in ntfsealookup and ntfslistxattr, this verifies that there is enough space in the EA entry before accessing the nextentryoffset field of the EA entry.

Event History

Aug 15, 2026

CVE Published

via MITRE·05:54 AM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·05:54 AM

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What is the severity of CVE-2026-72208?

CVE-2026-72208 has a risk score of 34, indicating a moderate severity level.

How do I fix CVE-2026-72208?

To fix CVE-2026-72208, you should upgrade to the latest version of the Linux kernel where the vulnerability has been addressed.

What systems are affected by CVE-2026-72208?

CVE-2026-72208 affects Linux systems that utilize the NTFS file system.

What is the impact of CVE-2026-72208?

The impact of CVE-2026-72208 can lead to potential memory corruption due to improper bounds checking in EA entry accesses.

When was CVE-2026-72208 published?

CVE-2026-72208 was published on August 15, 2026.

CVE-2026-72208: ntfs: add bounds check before accessing EA entries

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What is the severity of CVE-2026-72208?

How do I fix CVE-2026-72208?

What systems are affected by CVE-2026-72208?

What is the impact of CVE-2026-72208?

When was CVE-2026-72208 published?