Memory Corruption in GNU Binutils Affects Remote Code Execution
CVE-2025-1180

2.3LOW

Key Information:

Vendor
Gnu
Status
Binutils
Vendor
CVE Published:
11 February 2025

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

Summary

A vulnerability has been identified in GNU Binutils 2.43, specifically within the _bfd_elf_write_section_eh_frame function found in the bfd/elf-eh-frame.c file. This vulnerability facilitates remote memory corruption through complex attack vectors. While the exploitability may be challenging, its public disclosure raises concerns for potential exploitation. Users and administrators are advised to apply available patches promptly to mitigate this risk and safeguard their systems from potential threats.

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-2025-1180 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/?id.295083
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https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.295083
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https://vuldb.com/?submit.495381
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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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