Out-of-Bounds Read Vulnerability in GNU Binutils by GNU
CVE-2025-11412

4.8MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Gnu
Status
Binutils
Vendor
CVE Published:
7 October 2025

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👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2025-11412?

A vulnerability in GNU Binutils 2.45 has been identified, affecting the 'bfd_elf_gc_record_vtentry' function within the Linker component located in 'bfd/elflink.c'. This vulnerability allows for an out-of-bounds read that could be exploited, requiring local access for potential attackers. Public disclosure of this issue raises concerns about the timely application of necessary patches to mitigate any arising threats. Users of GNU Binutils are advised to implement the available patch identified in the commit 047435dd988a3975d40c6626a8f739a0b2e154bc to secure their systems.

Affected Version(s)

Binutils 2.45

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2025-11412 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/?id.327348
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https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.327348
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https://sourceware.org/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=33452
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CVSS V4

Score:
4.8
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
None
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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CVE-2025-11412 : Out-of-Bounds Read Vulnerability in GNU Binutils by GNU