CVE-2026-6846 — Binutils: binutils: arbitrary code execution via malformed xcoff object file processing
A flaw was found in binutils. A heap-buffer-overflow vulnerability exists when processing a specially crafted XCOFF (Extended Common Object File Format) object file during linki…
Published: 2026-04-22 · CVSS: 7.8 · CVSS 3.1
A flaw was found in binutils. A heap-buffer-overflow vulnerability exists when processing a specially crafted XCOFF (Extended Common Object File Format) object file during linking. A local attacker could trick a user into processing this malicious file, which could lead to arbitrary code execution, allowing the attacker to run unauthorized commands, or cause a denial of service, making the system unavailable.
Source: CVE Program · Revision 8b16575c39f1e1810c5e863010da073d2d3285e7