Moderate Security Vulnerability in binutils: Heap-based Overflow
Summary
ALSA-2025:23382: Moderate: binutils security update. Affects binutils versions < 2.30-128.el8_10. Fixed in 2.30-128.el8_10. How to fix ↓
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Background
The binutils package is a collection of essential binary utilities that facilitate the manipulation of object code across various file formats. It includes tools such as ar, as, ld, nm, objcopy, and more, which are crucial for developers working with compiled code. The package is widely used in software development environments, making its security a significant concern. The recent vulnerability identified as CVE-2025-11083 poses a risk due to a heap-based overflow, which can potentially allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability arises from a heap-based overflow in the GNU Binutils Linker, which can be exploited by an attacker to execute arbitrary code. This issue is particularly concerning as it can lead to unauthorized access and control over the affected system. The technical details indicate that the overflow occurs during the processing of object files, which could be manipulated to trigger the overflow condition. The severity of this vulnerability necessitates immediate attention to prevent potential exploitation.
How To Fix
Minimum fixed version
2.30-128.el8_10
This is the first release that contains the fix.
sudo dnf update binutilsTip — Not sure which version your app runs? Vulert can match this fix to it. Scan free →
Workaround
As a temporary measure, users can avoid using the affected functionalities of the binutils package until the update is applied. However, the best course of action is to update to the patched version as soon as possible.
Conclusion
The binutils package has a moderate security vulnerability identified as CVE-2025-11083, which can lead to heap-based overflow and arbitrary code execution. It is crucial to update to the patched version 2.30-128.el8_10 to mitigate risks. Users are encouraged to monitor their systems for vulnerabilities using tools like Vulert.
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FAQ
CVE-2025-11083 is a security vulnerability in the GNU Binutils Linker that allows for a heap-based overflow, potentially enabling arbitrary code execution.
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If exploited, this vulnerability could allow attackers to execute arbitrary code, leading to unauthorized access and control over the affected system.
Yes, a patch is available in the form of an updated version of the binutils package, specifically version 2.30-128.el8_10.
If an immediate update is not possible, avoid using the functionalities of the binutils package that are affected by this vulnerability until you can apply the patch.
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