CVE-2021-45078: Buffer Overflow
Last updated 24 July 2024
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stabxcoffbuiltintype in stabs.c in GNU Binutils through 2.37 allows attackers to cause a denial of service (heap-based buffer overflow) or possibly have unspecified other impact, as demonstrated by an out-of-bounds write. NOTE: this issue exists because of an incorrect fix for CVE-2018-12699.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-45078?
CVE-2021-45078 is a vulnerability in GNU Binutils that allows attackers to cause a denial of service or have other unspecified impact through a heap-based buffer overflow.
How does CVE-2021-45078 affect GNU Binutils?
CVE-2021-45078 allows attackers to cause a denial of service or have other unspecified impact by exploiting a heap-based buffer overflow in GNU Binutils.
What is the severity of CVE-2021-45078?
The severity of CVE-2021-45078 is not specified, but it can lead to a denial of service or other unspecified impact.
How do I fix CVE-2021-45078 in Ubuntu 16.04.8?
To fix CVE-2021-45078 in Ubuntu 16.04.8, update the binutils package to version 2.26.1-1ubuntu1~16.04.8+.
How do I fix CVE-2021-45078 in Ubuntu 20.04?
To fix CVE-2021-45078 in Ubuntu 20.04, update the binutils package to version 2.34-6ubuntu1.6.