CVE-2017-14729 describes a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability in the GNU Binutils BFD library (libbfd) versions 2.29. This flaw, stemming from improper handling of PLT entries in crafted ELF files, can lead to a denial of service or potentially other impacts. With a CVSS score of 7.8 (High), it requires user interaction and local access but can result in high confidentiality, integrity, and availability impacts. There is no evidence of active exploitation, publicly available exploit code, or significant community discussion surrounding this vulnerability.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
2.29CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:gnu:binutils:2.29:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
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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