CVE-2014-9447: Directory traversal vulnerability in the read_long_names function in libelf/elf_begin.c in elfutils 0.152 a...

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2014-9447 is a directory traversal flaw in elfutils archive handling. A crafted archive could cause affected tooling to write files outside the intended location, potentially overwriting sensitive files if processed with sufficient privileges. The source bundle does not provide CVSS, exact fixed versions, or evidence of active exploitation. Exposure is most likely on Linux systems using affected elfutils packages or tooling that processes untrusted archive files. Risk increases for automated build, packaging, CI, or malware-analysis workflows that run archive tools with elevated privileges. Prioritize remediation for servers or pipelines that process external archive files, especially build infrastructure. General desktop exposure is lower unless users routinely process untrusted archives with affected elfutils tools. Mitigation focus: Inventory elfutils versions and identify any 0.152 or 0.161 deployments.; Apply vendor elfutils updates from the relevant Linux distribution advisory.; Review the referenced upstream elfutils commit and vendor guidance for patch status..

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Jun 14, 2026, 05:41 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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