CVE-2018-8769
UnknownEPSS 0.85%
Last modified
CVE-2018-8769 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. elfutils 0.170 has a buffer over-read in the ebl_dynamic_tag_name function of libebl/ebldynamictagname.c because SYMTAB_SHNDX is unsupported.. EPSS estimates a 0.85% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
elfutils 0.170 has a buffer over-read in the ebl_dynamic_tag_name function of libebl/ebldynamictagname.c because SYMTAB_SHNDX is unsupported.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Elfutils Project | Elfutils | 0.170 |
References
- https://sourceware.org/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=22976Exploit, Issue Tracking, Patch
- https://sourceware.org/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=22976Exploit, Issue Tracking, Patch
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-8769?
elfutils 0.170 has a buffer over-read in the ebl_dynamic_tag_name function of libebl/ebldynamictagname.c because SYMTAB_SHNDX is unsupported.
How severe is CVE-2018-8769?
Severity scoring for CVE-2018-8769 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.85% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-8769?
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.
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