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CVE-2026-6683

4.6 · MEDIUM

FatFs R0.16 and earlier contains a divide-by-zero in exFAT sync logic bug when crafted metadata causes n_fatent - 2 to be zero during write/sync operations.

Published Jul 1, 2026CWE-369EPSS 0.31%

Overview

CVE-2026-6683 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on July 1, 2026 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 4.6 (MEDIUM).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 4.6, rated MEDIUM. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

FatFs R0.16 and earlier contains a divide-by-zero in exFAT sync logic bug when crafted metadata causes n_fatent - 2 to be zero during write/sync operations. This maps to CWE-369 (Divide By Zero). Estimated CVSS v3.1 vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:P/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H (4.6, Medium). Network-delivered update media can make this remote in some pipelines. The estimated CISA SSVC vectors are Exploitation: PoC, Technical Impact: Partial.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-6683?

CVE-2026-6683 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on July 1, 2026 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 4.6 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2026-6683?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 4.6, rated MEDIUM. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2026-6683?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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