Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in HDF5 Library by The HDF Group
CVE-2020-18232

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Hdfgroup

Status
Hdf5
Vendor
CVE Published:
22 August 2023

What is CVE-2020-18232?

A buffer overflow vulnerability exists in the H5S_close function within the HDF5 library. This flaw can be exploited by remote attackers through the creation of specially crafted files, potentially allowing the execution of arbitrary code. Users of HDF5 1.10.4 should take proactive measures to mitigate this risk and review relevant security advisories to protect their systems.

References

https://github.com/winson2004aa/PAAFS/tree/master/vul2

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 published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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