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binutils can crash when handling malicious files
published 3 months ago
Summary
The binutils tool used for building software may stop working if it processes a specially crafted file. This can interrupt development or build processes. Install the updated binutils 2.28‑r1 package to apply the fix.
What to do
- Update cleanstart binutils to version 2.28-r1.
Affected software
| Ecosystem | Vendor | Product | Affected versions |
|---|---|---|---|
| CleanStart | cleanstart | binutils |
< 2.28-r1 Fix: upgrade to 2.28-r1
|
Original advisory text
Security fixes in binutils 2.28-r1
Package binutils version 2.28-r1 fixes 1 vulnerabilities: CVE-2017-7614
References
Timeline
Published30 Jul 2026
Updated18 Sep 2026
First seen18 Sep 2026
Sources
CLEANSTART-2026-BV40657 · OSV
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