CVE-2018-6323 is an integer overflow vulnerability in the elf_object_p function of the Binary File Descriptor (BFD) library, specifically affecting GNU Binutils 2.29.1. This flaw, categorized as CWE-190, can be triggered by a crafted ELF file, leading to a denial of service (application crash) and potentially other unspecified impacts. With a CVSS score of 7.8 (High), the vulnerability requires local access and user interaction (e.g., opening a malicious file) to exploit, but can result in high confidentiality, integrity, and availability impacts. While there is no evidence of active exploitation or Metasploit/Nuclei modules, a Proof-of-Concept exploit (EDB-44035) exists, though community discussion and media coverage are minimal.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
2.29.1CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:gnu:binutils:2.29.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 3.0
CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
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