Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in GNU elfutils eu-readelf Component
CVE-2025-1372

4.8MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor
Gnu
Status
Elfutils
Vendor
CVE Published:
17 February 2025

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

Summary

A buffer overflow vulnerability exists in the eu-readelf component of GNU elfutils version 0.192, specifically in the dump_data_section/print_string_section function in readelf.c. This vulnerability stems from the improper handling of arguments which leads to a buffer overflow condition. This issue requires local access for exploitation and has been made public, presenting potential risks for systems running this software. Applying the available patch (identifier: 73db9d2021cab9e23fd734b0a76a612d52a6f1db) is crucial to mitigate the risk associated with this vulnerability.

Affected Version(s)

elfutils 0.192

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-2025-1372 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/?id.295981
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https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.295981
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CVSS V4

Score:
4.8
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
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

Credit

rookie (VulDB User)
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