Heap-Based Buffer Overflow in HDF5 Library Affecting Various Implementations
CVE-2024-32624

7.4HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

HDF Group

Status
Hdf5
Vendor
CVE Published:
14 May 2024

What is CVE-2024-32624?

The HDF5 Library, a widely used data management library, exhibits a vulnerability that enables a heap-based buffer overflow in the function H5T__ref_mem_setnull. This flaw arises from specific calls made in the H5T__conv_ref function, leading to potential memory corruption. Exploitation of this vulnerability could allow unauthorized manipulation of the instruction pointer, posing a risk to data integrity and system stability. Users are advised to update to version 1.14.4 or later to mitigate the risk associated with this vulnerability.

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References

https://www.hdfgroup.org/2024/05/new-hdf5-cve-issues-fixe...

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.4
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
High
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

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