CVE-2020-16590
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.94%
Last modified
CVE-2020-16590 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. A double free vulnerability exists in the Binary File Descriptor (BFD) (aka libbrd) in GNU Binutils 2.35 in the process_symbol_table, as demonstrated in readelf, via a crafted file.. EPSS estimates a 0.94% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A double free vulnerability exists in the Binary File Descriptor (BFD) (aka libbrd) in GNU Binutils 2.35 in the process_symbol_table, as demonstrated in readelf, via a crafted file.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gnu | Binutils | 2.35 |
| Netapp | Ontap Select Deploy Administration Utility | All versions |
References
- https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20210115-0003/Third Party Advisory
- https://sourceware.org/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=25821Exploit, Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20210115-0003/Third Party Advisory
- https://sourceware.org/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=25821Exploit, Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-16590?
A double free vulnerability exists in the Binary File Descriptor (BFD) (aka libbrd) in GNU Binutils 2.35 in the process_symbol_table, as demonstrated in readelf, via a crafted file.
How severe is CVE-2020-16590?
CVE-2020-16590 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.94% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-16590?
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-2020-16590?
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