CVE-2017-9044

Description

The print_symbol_for_build_attribute function in readelf.c in GNU Binutils 2017-04-12 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (invalid read and SEGV) via a crafted ELF file.

Category

5.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.10%
Third-Party Advisory gentoo.org
Affected: n/a n/a
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98587 vdb entry
https://blogs.gentoo.org/ago/2017/05/12/binutils-multiple-crashes/ vdb entry third party advisory patch

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-9044?
CVE-2017-9044 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2017-9044?
To fix CVE-2017-9044, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2017-9044 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2017-9044 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
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