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7.0

ntfs-3g 2017 may cause file handling errors

published 4 days ago
Summary

The ntfs-3g 2017 driver can miscalculate numbers when processing certain file system data, which may cause the program to behave incorrectly or stop working. This could lead to data loss or allow a malicious file to affect the system. Upgrade to a newer ntfs-3g release or apply the vendor's patch to fix the issue.

What to do
  • Update cleanstart ntfs-3g to version 2017.3.23-r2.
Affected software
Ecosystem VendorProductAffected versions
CleanStart cleanstart ntfs-3g < 2017.3.23-r2
Fix: upgrade to 2017.3.23-r2
Original advisory text
integer underflow issue exists in ntfs-3g 2017
Security vulnerability affects the ntfs-3g package. An integer underflow issue exists in ntfs-3g 2017.
Fix within
Internet-facing 14 days
Internal At next upgrade
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Needs hands-on effort to exploit (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker full control (estimated)
Severity
7.0 High
Timeline
Published31 Oct 2026
Updated31 Oct 2026
First seen31 Oct 2026
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