CVE-2014-8485
UnknownEPSS 7.49%
Last modified
CVE-2014-8485 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The setup_group function in bfd/elf.c in libbfd in GNU binutils 2.24 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via crafted section group headers in an ELF file.. EPSS estimates a 7.49% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The setup_group function in bfd/elf.c in libbfd in GNU binutils 2.24 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via crafted section group headers in an ELF file.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Fedoraproject | Fedora | 19 |
| Fedoraproject | Fedora | 20 |
| Fedoraproject | Fedora | 21 |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 10.04 |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 12.04 |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 14.04 |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 14.10 |
| Gnu | Binutils | <= 2.24 |
References
- http://lcamtuf.blogspot.co.uk/2014/10/psa-dont-run-strings-on-untrusted-files.htmlExploit, Press/Media Coverage
- http://secunia.com/advisories/62241Permissions Required, Third Party Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/62746Permissions Required, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/10/26/2Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-2496-1Third Party Advisory
- https://sourceware.org/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=17510Issue Tracking
- http://lcamtuf.blogspot.co.uk/2014/10/psa-dont-run-strings-on-untrusted-files.htmlExploit, Press/Media Coverage
- http://secunia.com/advisories/62241Permissions Required, Third Party Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/62746Permissions Required, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/10/26/2Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-2496-1Third Party Advisory
- https://sourceware.org/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=17510Issue Tracking
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2014-8485?
The setup_group function in bfd/elf.c in libbfd in GNU binutils 2.24 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via crafted section group headers in an ELF file.
How severe is CVE-2014-8485?
Severity scoring for CVE-2014-8485 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 7.49% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2014-8485?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
Are you affected by CVE-2014-8485?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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