CVE-2023-25585 Field `file_table` of `struct module *module` is uninitialized

Medium 4.7 Published 14 Sep 2023 Updated 13 Feb 2025

An uninitialized field in Binutils can cause application crashes, leading to local denial of service for users of the toolchain.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Local or same network only
Victim action needed: A user has to click or open something
Fix: Available

What is CVE-2023-25585?

CVE-2023-25585 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Gnu Binutils, published on 14 Sep 2023. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.

Official description

A flaw was found in Binutils. The use of an uninitialized field in the struct module *module may lead to application crash and local denial of service.

Weakness: CWE-908, CWE-457

Which versions are affected by CVE-2023-25585?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Gnu Binutils.

How do I fix CVE-2023-25585?

Apply the vendor's patch.

Is CVE-2023-25585 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2023-25585 exists.

All Gnu Binutils vulnerabilities

Sources

Also known as BELL-CVE-2023-25585, DEBIAN-CVE-2023-25585, GHSA-7787-4vjc-4737, UBUNTU-CVE-2023-25585.