Buffer Overflow in GNU Binutils nm Component from GNU
CVE-2025-1147

2.3LOW

Key Information:

Vendor

Gnu
Status
Binutils
Vendor
CVE Published:
10 February 2025

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👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2025-1147?

A vulnerability exists in the GNU Binutils 2.43 within the nm component, specifically in the __sanitizer::internal_strlen function. This issue can lead to a buffer overflow due to improper handling of the input argument, allowing potential attackers to execute remote attacks. While the complexity of launching such an attack is notably high, the exploitation possibilities have been publicly disclosed, raising concerns for users relying on this product.

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Affected Version(s)

Binutils 2.43

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-2025-1147 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/?id.295051
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https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.295051
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https://vuldb.com/?submit.485254
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CVSS V4

Score:
2.3
Severity:
LOW
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
None
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
High
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
Unknown

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

wenjusun (VulDB User)
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