CVE-2026-3441
Binutils: gnu binutils: information disclosure via specially crafted xcoff object file
Description
A flaw was found in GNU Binutils. This heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability, specifically an out-of-bounds read in the bfd linker, allows an attacker to gain access to sensitive information. By convincing a user to process a specially crafted XCOFF object file, an attacker can trigger this flaw, potentially leading to information disclosure or an application level denial of service.
INFO
Published Date :
March 15, 2026, 12:19 a.m.
Last Modified :
March 15, 2026, 12:19 a.m.
Remotely Exploit :
No
Source :
redhat
Affected Products
The following products are affected by CVE-2026-3441
vulnerability.
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CVSS Scores
| Score | Version | Severity | Vector | Exploitability Score | Impact Score | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CVSS 3.1 | MEDIUM | 53f830b8-0a3f-465b-8143-3b8a9948e749 |
Solution
- Update GNU Binutils to the latest version.
- Apply vendor-provided patches for Binutils.
- Avoid processing untrusted XCOFF files.
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