CVE-2017-9756: Buffer Overflow
First published: Mon Jun 19 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 2.43.1-3 2.43.1-5 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/99103
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201801-01
- https://sourceware.org/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=21595
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/42204/
- https://launchpad.net/bugs/cve/CVE-2017-9756
- https://sourceware.org/git/gitweb.cgi?p=binutils-gdb.git;h=cd3ea7c69acc5045eb28f9bf80d923116e15e4f5
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2017-9756
- https://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=CVE-2017-9756
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2017-9756
- https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2017-9756
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-9756?
CVE-2017-9756 is a vulnerability in GNU Binutils 2.28 that allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service or possibly have unspecified other impact via a crafted binary file.
How does CVE-2017-9756 manifest?
CVE-2017-9756 manifests as a buffer overflow and application crash when a crafted binary file is mishandled.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2017-9756?
CVE-2017-9756 affects GNU Binutils versions 2.28, but is fixed in version 2.29.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2017-9756?
You can find more information about CVE-2017-9756 in the following references: [sourceware.org](https://sourceware.org/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=21595), [securityfocus.com](http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/99103), [exploit-db.com](https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/42204/).
What is the Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) for CVE-2017-9756?
CVE-2017-9756 is associated with CWE-119, which is a weakness related to buffer errors.
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