REDHAT-BUG-1664708
First published: Wed Jan 09 2019(Updated: )
A memory leak was found in the demangle_template function in GNU libiberty, as distributed in GNU Binutils. A crafted filed could cause the application to crash. Upstream issue: <a href="https://gcc.gnu.org/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=88539">https://gcc.gnu.org/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=88539</a>
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Ubuntu/binutils |
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Reference Links
- https://gcc.gnu.org/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=88539
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1664713
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1664715
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1664714
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2019:3352
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/cve-2018-20657
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1664708
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-1664708?
The severity of REDHAT-BUG-1664708 is considered high due to the potential for application crashes.
How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-1664708?
To fix REDHAT-BUG-1664708, update to the latest version of GNU Binutils where the issue has been resolved.
What systems are affected by REDHAT-BUG-1664708?
Systems using GNU Binutils that include the demangle_template function are affected by REDHAT-BUG-1664708.
What kind of vulnerability is REDHAT-BUG-1664708?
REDHAT-BUG-1664708 is a memory leak vulnerability that can lead to crashes.
Is there a workaround for REDHAT-BUG-1664708?
Currently, there is no documented workaround for REDHAT-BUG-1664708; updating the software is recommended.
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