CVE-2025-11839
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.25%
Last modified
CVE-2025-11839 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. A security flaw has been discovered in GNU Binutils 2.45. Impacted is the function tg_tag_type of the file prdbg.c. EPSS estimates a 0.25% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A security flaw has been discovered in GNU Binutils 2.45. Impacted is the function tg_tag_type of the file prdbg.c. Performing a manipulation results in unchecked return value. The attack needs to be approached locally. The exploit has been released to the public and may be used for attacks.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gnu | Binutils | 2.45 |
References
- https://sourceware.org/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=33448Exploit, Issue Tracking
- https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.328774Permissions Required, VDB Entry
- https://vuldb.com/?id.328774Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://vuldb.com/?submit.661279Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://www.gnu.org/Product
- https://sourceware.org/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=33448Exploit, Issue Tracking
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2025-11839?
A security flaw has been discovered in GNU Binutils 2.45. Impacted is the function tg_tag_type of the file prdbg.c. Performing a manipulation results in unchecked return value. The attack needs to be approached locally. The exploit has been released to the public and may be used for attacks.
How severe is CVE-2025-11839?
CVE-2025-11839 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.25% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2025-11839?
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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