CVE-2025-8843: NASM Netwide Assember outmacho.c macho_no_dead_strip heap-based overflow

Published Aug 11, 2025
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Updated

A vulnerability was found in NASM Netwide Assember 2.17rc0. This affects the function machonodeadstrip of the file outmacho.c. The manipulation leads to heap-based buffer overflow. Local access is required to approach this attack. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used.

Affected Software

2 affected components
nasm Netwide Assembler
nasm Netwide Assembler=2.17-rc0

Event History

Aug 11, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:02 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:02 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·11:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Oct 5, 57909
Event
via FIRST·11:52 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-8843?

CVE-2025-8843 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for a heap-based buffer overflow.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-8843?

To mitigate CVE-2025-8843, users should update to the latest version of NASM Netwide Assembler that addresses this vulnerability.

3

What type of access is required to exploit CVE-2025-8843?

CVE-2025-8843 requires local access to the system to exploit the vulnerability.

4

What impact does CVE-2025-8843 have on affected systems?

CVE-2025-8843 can lead to a heap-based buffer overflow, which may allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code.

5

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2025-8843?

CVE-2025-8843 specifically affects NASM Netwide Assembler 2.17rc0.

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