Integer Overflow Vulnerability in GDB and Related Packages by GNU
CVE-2005-1704

Currently unrated

Key Information:

Vendor

Gnu
Status
Gdb
Vendor
CVE Published:
24 May 2005

What is CVE-2005-1704?

An integer overflow exists in the Binary File Descriptor (BFD) library used by gdb and other related GNU packages. This vulnerability allows user-assisted attackers to execute arbitrary code by crafting an object file with an excessive number of section headers, which can lead to a heap-based buffer overflow. Proper input validation is necessary to mitigate this risk, emphasizing the importance of keeping systems updated and implementing security best practices.

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/13697
vdb-entryx_refsource_BID
http://secunia.com/advisories/17072
third-party-advisoryx_refsource_SECUNIA
http://secunia.com/advisories/21122
third-party-advisoryx_refsource_SECUNIA

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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CVE-2005-1704 : Integer Overflow Vulnerability in GDB and Related Packages by GNU