CVE-2017-6965: Buffer Overflow
Last updated 24 July 2024
Other sources
readelf in GNU Binutils 2.28 writes to illegal addresses while processing corrupt input files containing symbol-difference relocations, leading to a heap-based buffer overflow.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
debian/binutilsto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 2.35.2-2Fixed in 2.40-2Fixed in 2.44-3
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-6965?
CVE-2017-6965 is a vulnerability in GNU Binutils 2.28 that allows attackers to cause a heap-based buffer overflow by processing corrupt input files.
How does CVE-2017-6965 affect me?
If you are using GNU Binutils 2.28, your system may be vulnerable to a heap-based buffer overflow when processing corrupt input files containing symbol-difference relocations.
What software versions are affected by CVE-2017-6965?
GNU Binutils versions 2.28 and earlier are affected by CVE-2017-6965.
How can I fix CVE-2017-6965?
Upgrade to GNU Binutils 2.26.1-1ubuntu1~16.04.8+ for Ubuntu, or to a version of GNU Binutils that is higher than 2.28 for Debian.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2017-6965?
You can find more information about CVE-2017-6965 on the Sourceware Bugzilla, Gentoo GLSA, and Launchpad bug tracker.