CVE-2026-72191 | Linux Kernel up to 6.6.144/6.12.96/6.18.39/7.1.4 ntfs3 fs/ntfs3/index.c indx_insert_into_buffer buffer overflow

A vulnerability marked as problematic has been reported in Linux Kernel up to 6.6.144/6.12.96/6.18.39/7.1.4. Affected is the function indx_insert_into_buffer of the file fs/ntfs3/index.c of the component ntfs3. The manipulation leads to buffer overflow.

This vulnerability is listed as CVE-2026-72191. The attack must be carried out locally. There is no available exploit.

It is suggested to upgrade the affected component.