Heap-based Buffer Over-read in HDF5 Library by HDF Group
CVE-2018-14031

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Hdfgroup

Status
Hdf5
Vendor
CVE Published:
13 July 2018

What is CVE-2018-14031?

A vulnerability exists in the HDF5 1.8.20 library that permits an attacker to exploit a heap-based buffer over-read. Specifically, the issue arises in the H5T_copy function within H5T.c, which can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive information or system instability. Proper mitigation and prompt updates are crucial to safeguard systems that utilize this library.

References

https://github.com/TeamSeri0us/pocs/blob/master/hdf5/READ...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability Reserved

  • Vulnerability published

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