CVE-2017-9750: Buffer Overflow
Last updated 24 July 2024
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opcodes/rx-decode.opc in GNU Binutils 2.28 lacks bounds checks for certain scale arrays, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (buffer overflow and application crash) or possibly have unspecified other impact via a crafted binary file, as demonstrated by mishandling of this file during "objdump -D" execution.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this vulnerability is CVE-2017-9750.
What is the severity level of CVE-2017-9750?
The severity level of CVE-2017-9750 is not specified.
How does CVE-2017-9750 impact GNU Binutils 2.28?
CVE-2017-9750 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service or possibly have unspecified other impact by exploiting a buffer overflow vulnerability in opcodes/rx-decode.opc in GNU Binutils 2.28.
How can I fix the CVE-2017-9750 vulnerability in GNU Binutils 2.28 for Ubuntu Xenial (16.04)?
To fix the CVE-2017-9750 vulnerability in GNU Binutils 2.28 for Ubuntu Xenial (16.04), upgrade the binutils package to version 2.26.1-1ubuntu1~16.04.8+ or higher.
Are there any references for CVE-2017-9750?
Yes, here are some references for CVE-2017-9750: [1] [2] [3].