CVE-2026-3442 Details
Description
A flaw was found in GNU Binutils. This vulnerability, a heap-based buffer overflow, specifically an out-of-bounds read, exists in the bfd linker component. An attacker could exploit this by convincing a user to process a specially crafted malicious XCOFF object file. Successful exploitation may lead to the disclosure of sensitive information or cause the application to crash, resulting in an application level denial of service.
A heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability has been identified in GNU Binutils, specifically within the BFD linker component. This vulnerability involves an out-of-bounds read, which an attacker could exploit by persuading a user to process a specially crafted XCOFF object file. Successful exploitation may result in the disclosure of sensitive information or cause the application to crash, leading to a denial-of-service condition at the application level.
Users can apply the available security update for Red Hat Hardened Images, which includes the patched version of Binutils. For instructions on how to apply this update, refer to the Red Hat Hardened Images documentation.
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CISA-ADP
Assessed Mar 16, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-125 | Out-of-bounds Read | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| gnu binutils | All versions |
CPE
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| redhat openshift container platform | 4.0 |
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| redhat enterprise linux | 6.0 7.0 8.0 9.0 10.0 |
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Change History
9 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 1, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Aug 31, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Aug 21, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jul 13, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jun 30, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Mar 20, 2026 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |
| Mar 16, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |