CVE-2020-19724
First published: Tue Aug 22 2023(Updated: )
A memory consumption issue in get_data function in binutils/nm.c in GNU nm before 2.34 allows attackers to cause a denial of service via crafted command.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| GNU Binutils | <2.34 | |
| debian/binutils | 2.35.2-2 2.40-2 2.43.1-5 |
Remedy
https://sourceware.org/git/gitweb.cgi?p=binutils-gdb.git;h=805f38bc551de820bcd7b31d3c5731ae27cf853a
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Reference Links
- https://sourceware.org/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=25362
- https://sourceware.org/git/gitweb.cgi?p=binutils-gdb.git;h=805f38bc551de820bcd7b31d3c5731ae27cf853a
- https://launchpad.net/bugs/cve/CVE-2020-19724
- https://sourceware.org/git/gitweb.cgi?p=binutils-gdb.git%3Bh=805f38bc551de820bcd7b31d3c5731ae27cf853a
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2020-19724
- https://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=CVE-2020-19724
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2020-19724
- https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2020-19724
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-19724?
The severity of CVE-2020-19724 is medium, with a CVSS score of 5.5.
How does CVE-2020-19724 affect GNU Binutils?
CVE-2020-19724 affects GNU Binutils versions before 2.34.
How can attackers exploit CVE-2020-19724?
Attackers can exploit CVE-2020-19724 by causing a denial of service through a crafted command.
Are there any remedies available for CVE-2020-19724?
Yes, updated versions of GNU Binutils (2.35.2-2, 2.40-2, and 2.41-5) are available to address CVE-2020-19724.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-19724?
More information about CVE-2020-19724 can be found at the following references: [Link 1](https://sourceware.org/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=25362), [Link 2](https://sourceware.org/git/gitweb.cgi?p=binutils-gdb.git;h=805f38bc551de820bcd7b31d3c5731ae27cf853a), [Link 3](https://launchpad.net/bugs/cve/CVE-2020-19724).
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