Heap-Based Buffer Overflow in libimobiledevice Web Inspector Component
CVE-2026-116262

5.3MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

libimobiledevice

Status
Libimobiledevice
Vendor
CVE Published:
26 October 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-116262?

A vulnerability exists in the Web Inspector component of the libimobiledevice library, specifically in the webinspector_receive_with_timeout function within src/webinspector.c. This flaw allows for a heap-based buffer overflow, enabling a potential attacker to execute arbitrary code remotely. The exploit for this vulnerability is public, posing a significant risk as it can be deployed against unpatched systems. Despite early disclosure attempts to the vendor, no response has been recorded, increasing concerns regarding the security of users relying on this software.

Affected Version(s)

libimobiledevice 1.0

libimobiledevice 1.1

libimobiledevice 1.2

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2026-116262 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/vuln/426301
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https://vuldb.com/vuln/426301/cti
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https://vuldb.com/cve/CVE-2026-116262
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
5.3
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

ahmed0000 (VulDB User)
VulDB CNA Team
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