CVE-2017-7225: Null Pointer Dereference
First published: Wed Mar 22 2017(Updated: )
Last updated 24 July 2024
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| GNU Binutils | =2.28 | |
| debian/binutils | 2.35.2-2 2.40-2 2.43.1-5 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/97275
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201801-01
- https://sourceware.org/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=20891
- https://launchpad.net/bugs/cve/CVE-2017-7225
- https://sourceware.org/git/gitweb.cgi?p=binutils-gdb.git;h=50455f1ab2935f7321215dfa681745c9b1cb5b19
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2017-7225
- https://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=CVE-2017-7225
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2017-7225
- https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2017-7225
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-7225?
CVE-2017-7225 is a vulnerability in GNU Binutils 2.28 that allows for a NULL pointer dereference and an invalid write, leading to a program crash.
What is the severity of CVE-2017-7225?
The severity of CVE-2017-7225 is not specified in the given information.
How does CVE-2017-7225 affect software?
CVE-2017-7225 affects GNU Binutils 2.28 and may result in a program crash.
How can I fix CVE-2017-7225?
To fix CVE-2017-7225, update your GNU Binutils version to 2.31.1-16 or higher.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2017-7225?
You can find more information about CVE-2017-7225 at the following references: [Sourceware Bugzilla](https://sourceware.org/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=20891), [SecurityFocus](http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/97275), [Gentoo GLSA](https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201801-01).
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