CVE-2017-7303
First published: Wed Mar 29 2017(Updated: )
The Binary File Descriptor (BFD) library (aka libbfd), as distributed in GNU Binutils 2.28, is vulnerable to an invalid read (of size 4) because of missing a check (in the find_link function) for null headers before attempting to match them. This vulnerability causes Binutils utilities like strip to crash.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Binutils | =2.28 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-7303?
CVE-2017-7303 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential for an invalid memory read.
How do I fix CVE-2017-7303?
To fix CVE-2017-7303, users should upgrade to a later version of GNU Binutils that addresses this issue.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2017-7303?
The potential impacts of CVE-2017-7303 include crashes or unexpected behavior in utilities such as strip.
Which versions of GNU Binutils are affected by CVE-2017-7303?
CVE-2017-7303 specifically affects GNU Binutils version 2.28.
Is CVE-2017-7303 present in later versions of GNU Binutils?
CVE-2017-7303 is not present in GNU Binutils versions released after 2.28.
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