CVE-2025-8225

A flaw was found in binutils. The process_debug_info function in the DWARF section handler exhibits a memory leak due to improper handling of debug information. This issue may allow a local attacker to trigger a resource exhaustion condition. This manipulation occurs when processing a specially crafted debug information file, which can result in a denial of service.

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Mitigation for this issue is either not available or the currently available options do not meet the Red Hat Product Security criteria comprising ease of use and deployment, applicability to widespread installation base or stability.