CVE-2026-62958 Details
Description
libriscv is a RISC-V sandbox and emulator. Prior to 1.18, a crafted ELF binary can cause out-of-bounds reads in the host emulator. `Memory<W>::binary_loader` checks `PT_LOAD` program-header bounds, but `Memory<W>::serialize_execute_segment` trusts section-header `sh_offset` and `sh_size` when locating `.text` without verifying the file range against `m_binary.size()`; `Memory<W>::lookup()` has a similar section-table problem. Malformed `.text` or `.symtab` offsets can therefore bypass the program-header checks and point outside the binary buffer, crashing rvlinux. With suitable memory layout or integer overflow, out-of-buffer host heap memory may instead be mapped into the guest by `create_execute_segment()`, potentially exposing host memory. The reported reproducer demonstrates a host SIGSEGV, while memory disclosure through grooming is described as possible rather than demonstrated. This issue is fixed in version 1.18.
A vulnerability in libriscv versions prior to 1.18 allows for out-of-bounds reads in the host emulator when a crafted ELF binary is loaded. The issue arises because the ELF parser in the emulator blindly trusts section header offsets without validating them against the binary's size. This flaw can be exploited by manipulating the .text or .symtab section headers to point outside the binary buffer, causing a crash in the rvlinux environment. Additionally, with the right memory conditions, the exploitation could lead to unauthorized access to host memory through the guest VM.
Users are advised to upgrade to libriscv version 1.18, which addresses this vulnerability by implementing proper validation of ELF section headers before they are processed.
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Assessed Oct 30, 2026CISA-ADP
Assessed Nov 2, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://github.com/libriscv/libriscv/security/advisories/GHSA-gm4g-6c78-gr3w | CISA-ADP | AdvisoryExploitRemedyVendor |
| https://github.com/libriscv/libriscv/commit/61ef9ca82c8876dd80b33780893ba512af780e93 | [email protected] | Source CodeVendor |
| https://github.com/libriscv/libriscv/commit/7bd1c189f9f9d54368cde096b07b194ad680f9fa | [email protected] | Source CodeVendor |
| https://github.com/libriscv/libriscv/releases/tag/v1.18 | [email protected] | Release NotesVendor |
| https://github.com/libriscv/libriscv/security/advisories/GHSA-gm4g-6c78-gr3w | [email protected] | AdvisoryExploitRemedyVendor |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-125 | Out-of-bounds Read | [email protected] |
| CWE-20 | Improper Input Validation | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| libriscv | 1.17 |
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Change History
2 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 2, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Oct 30, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |
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