A flaw was found in the GNU Binutils BFD library, a widely used component for handling binary files such as object files and executables. The issue occurs when processing specially crafted XCOFF object files, where a relocation type value is not properly validated before being used. This can cause the program to read memory outside of intended bounds.
As a result, affected tools may crash or expose unintended memory contents, leading to denial-of-service or limited information disclosure risks.
Attack Parameters
Attack Vector
Local
Requires local access
Attack Complexity
Low
Easy to exploit
Privileges Required
None
No privileges needed
User Interaction
Required
User action required
Impact Assessment
Confidentiality
Low
Partial data leak
Integrity
None
No data modification
Availability
High
Complete denial of service
CVSS Vector v3.1
Weakness Type (CWE)
Vulnerable Products 7
| Configuration | From (including) | Up to (excluding) |
|---|---|---|
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Gnu Binutils
cpe:2.3:a:gnu:binutils:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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— | — |
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Redhat Openshift_Container_Platform
cpe:2.3:a:redhat:openshift_container_platform:4.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
|
— | — |
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Redhat Enterprise_Linux
cpe:2.3:o:redhat:enterprise_linux:6.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
|
— | — |
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Redhat Enterprise_Linux
cpe:2.3:o:redhat:enterprise_linux:7.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
|
— | — |
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Redhat Enterprise_Linux
cpe:2.3:o:redhat:enterprise_linux:8.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
|
— | — |
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Redhat Enterprise_Linux
cpe:2.3:o:redhat:enterprise_linux:9.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
|
— | — |
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Redhat Enterprise_Linux
cpe:2.3:o:redhat:enterprise_linux:10.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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— | — |