CVE-2023-29404

Improper handling of non-optional LDFLAGS in go command with cgo in cmd/go

Description

The go command may execute arbitrary code at build time when using cgo. This may occur when running "go get" on a malicious module, or when running any other command which builds untrusted code. This is can by triggered by linker flags, specified via a "#cgo LDFLAGS" directive. The arguments for a number of flags which are non-optional are incorrectly considered optional, allowing disallowed flags to be smuggled through the LDFLAGS sanitization. This affects usage of both the gc and gccgo compilers.

Category

9.8
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.06%
Vendor Advisory go.dev
Affected: Go toolchain cmd/go
Published at:
Updated at:

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-29404?
CVE-2023-29404 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-29404?
To fix CVE-2023-29404, 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-2023-29404 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-29404 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.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2023-29404?
CVE-2023-29404 affects Go toolchain cmd/go.
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