REDHAT-BUG-1597436
First published: Mon Jul 02 2018(Updated: )
A flaw was found in The Binary File Descriptor (BFD) library (aka libbfd), as distributed in GNU Binutils 2.30, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (excessive memory allocation and application crash) via a crafted ELF file. This can occur during execution of nm. References: <a href="https://sourceware.org/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=23361">https://sourceware.org/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=23361</a>
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Ubuntu/binutils |
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Reference Links
- https://sourceware.org/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=23361
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1597440
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1597438
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1597442
- https://sourceware.org/git/gitweb.cgi?p=binutils-gdb.git;a=commitdiff;h=95a6d235661
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2018:3032
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1597436
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-1597436?
The severity of REDHAT-BUG-1597436 is considered critical due to potential denial of service caused by excessive memory allocation.
How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-1597436?
To fix REDHAT-BUG-1597436, update the GNU Binutils package to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.
Who is affected by REDHAT-BUG-1597436?
Users of the GNU Binutils version 2.30 are affected by REDHAT-BUG-1597436, particularly those utilizing the Binary File Descriptor library.
What type of attack does REDHAT-BUG-1597436 allow?
REDHAT-BUG-1597436 allows remote attackers to execute a crafted ELF file that can lead to a denial of service.
In which product is REDHAT-BUG-1597436 found?
REDHAT-BUG-1597436 is found in the GNU Binutils package, specifically in the Binary File Descriptor library.
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