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Security update for rpcbind

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Medium
Published: 06/22/2026 (06/22/2026, 14:34:20 UTC)
Source: GCVE Database
Vendor/Project: SUSE Product Security Team
Product: SUSE

Description

This security update for rpcbind addresses multiple issues including a stack buffer overflow in rpcinfo's rpcbaddrlist(), unauthenticated oversized allocation in PMAPPROC_CALLIT decode, and several memory leaks. Additional improvements include hardening options in systemd service files and configuration relocations. The update corresponds to rpcbind version 1.2.9.

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AILast updated: 10/12/2026, 22:02:25 UTC

Technical Analysis

The update to rpcbind 1.2.9 fixes a stack buffer overflow vulnerability in rpcinfo's rpcbaddrlist() function, which could potentially lead to memory corruption. It also stops unauthenticated oversized memory allocations during PMAPPROC_CALLIT decode, mitigating a potential attack vector. Several memory leaks in read_warmstart(), network_init(), and init_transport() functions are fixed to improve stability and security. Additional hardening options were added to the systemd rpcbind service file, and configuration files were moved to more appropriate runtime directories. These fixes collectively enhance the security posture of rpcbind.

Potential Impact

The fixed stack buffer overflow could have allowed an attacker to cause memory corruption, potentially leading to denial of service or code execution. The unauthenticated oversized allocation issue could have been exploited to cause resource exhaustion or other unintended behavior. Memory leaks could degrade service availability over time. Overall, these vulnerabilities could impact system stability and security if left unpatched.

Mitigation Recommendations

Apply the update to rpcbind version 1.2.9 or later as provided by the SUSE Product Security Team. This update contains official fixes for the identified vulnerabilities and memory leaks. No additional mitigation steps are indicated beyond applying this security update.

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Technical Details

Gcve Source
db.gcve.eu
Csaf Category
csaf_security_advisory
Csaf Version
2.0
Publisher
SUSE Product Security Team
Advisory Id
SUSE-SU-2026:22259-1
Cve Count
0

Threat ID: 6acd555d2cdf04f656da85ff

Added to database: 10/12/2026, 21:47:09 UTC

Last enriched: 10/12/2026, 22:02:25 UTC

Last updated: 10/12/2026, 22:02:25 UTC

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