CVE-2025-8224
Low
Description
A vulnerability has been found in GNU Binutils 2.44 and classified as problematic. This vulnerability affects the function bfd_elf_get_str_section of the file bfd/elf.c of the component BFD Library. The manipulation leads to null pointer dereference. Local access is required to approach this attack. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The name of the patch is db856d41004301b3a56438efd957ef5cabb91530. It is recommended to apply a patch to fix this issue.
SeverityLow
CVSS3.3
Exploit probability—
Product
Gnu Binutils
PublishedJul 27, 2025
First seenJul 27, 2025
Weakness typeCWE-476NULL pointer dereferenceCWE-404CWE-404
How to fix
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| gnu binutils | 2.44 | — |
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