Out of Bounds Heap Write in GNU Binutils for Remote Code Execution
CVE-2017-12450

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Gnu
Status
Binutils
Vendor
CVE Published:
3 October 2022

What is CVE-2017-12450?

The alpha_vms_object_p function in the Binary File Descriptor (BFD) library within GNU Binutils versions 2.29 and earlier contains an out of bounds heap write vulnerability. Remote attackers can exploit this weakness by using specially crafted VMS Alpha files, potentially leading to unauthorized code execution. This risk underscores the importance of regular software updates and diligent security practices to mitigate exploitation.

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References

https://sourceware.org/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=21813
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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