CVE-2017-16830
First published: Wed Nov 15 2017(Updated: )
The print_gnu_property_note function in readelf.c in GNU Binutils 2.29.1 does not have integer-overflow protection on 32-bit platforms, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (segmentation violation and application crash) or possibly have unspecified other impact via a crafted ELF file.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| GNU Binutils | =2.29.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-16830?
The severity of CVE-2017-16830 is rated high with a score of 7.8.
How do I fix CVE-2017-16830?
To fix CVE-2017-16830, upgrade GNU Binutils to version 2.29.2 or later.
What software is affected by CVE-2017-16830?
CVE-2017-16830 affects GNU Binutils version 2.29.1.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-16830?
CVE-2017-16830 is classified as an integer overflow vulnerability.
What impact can CVE-2017-16830 have on systems?
CVE-2017-16830 can lead to denial of service, causing segmentation violations and application crashes.
- collector/nvd-index
- vendor/gnu
- product/binutils
- canonical/gnu binutils