Problems with my machine - Commands not running.. "cannot execute binary file"

Springs · 12-12-2012, 09:34 AM

Hi all,

I'm having an issue on my machine. Fedora 14.

At least today, when ever i try to run certain commands i get the following show up.

-bash: /bin/mv: cannot execute binary file

I've looked in the /bin/ folder and it looks like several files are missing.

mv, bash, more etc..

Don't believe i have done anything to remove this either. I've checked through my history as much as i can but can't see anything.

I've got access to another linux distro but not the same as my own so i can get a copy of the files if required.

trey85stang · 12-12-2012, 11:56 AM

you probably deleted them. if they are not there then you are practically hosed.

H_TeXMeX_H · 12-12-2012, 12:06 PM

That is unusual, I would backup your important stuff and the check the HDD using a SMART long test using either smartctl or the manufacturer utils. These CDs may help in this:
http://www.sysresccd.org/SystemRescueCd_Homepage
http://www.ultimatebootcd.com/

Nbiser · 12-12-2012, 01:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by trey85stang

you probably deleted them. if they are not there then you are practically hosed.

I agree, I would back up all of your important files and then do a reinstall of your OS. But backing up your files is key!