REDHAT-BUG-1560827
First published: Tue Mar 27 2018(Updated: )
binutils through version 2.30 has a vulnerability in the elf.c:bfd_section_from_shdr() functionof the Binary File Descriptor (BFD) library (aka libbfd). An attacker could exploit this with a crafted executable file to cause a crash. Upstream Bug: <a href="https://sourceware.org/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=22809">https://sourceware.org/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=22809</a> Upstream Patch: <a href="https://sourceware.org/bugzilla/attachment.cgi?id=10814&action=diff">https://sourceware.org/bugzilla/attachment.cgi?id=10814&action=diff</a>
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Ubuntu/binutils | <=2.30 |
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Reference Links
- https://sourceware.org/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=22809
- https://sourceware.org/bugzilla/attachment.cgi?id=10814&action=diff
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1560831
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1560828
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1560830
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2018:3032
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1560827
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-1560827?
The severity of REDHAT-BUG-1560827 is considered to be high due to the potential for an attacker to exploit the vulnerability and cause a crash.
How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-1560827?
To fix REDHAT-BUG-1560827, update to a version of GNU binutils that is newer than 2.30.
What versions of GNU binutils are affected by REDHAT-BUG-1560827?
GNU binutils versions up to and including 2.30 are affected by REDHAT-BUG-1560827.
What potential impact does REDHAT-BUG-1560827 have on systems?
The potential impact of REDHAT-BUG-1560827 is that it may allow an attacker to crash the system by exploiting a crafted executable file.
Is there a workaround for REDHAT-BUG-1560827?
No official workaround is provided for REDHAT-BUG-1560827; upgrading to a secure version is the recommended approach.
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