Heap-based Buffer Overflow in HDF5 Library by The HDF Group
CVE-2024-33873

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

The HDF Group

Status
Hdf5
Vendor
CVE Published:
14 May 2024

What is CVE-2024-33873?

The HDF5 Library up to version 1.14.3 contains a vulnerability characterized by a heap-based buffer overflow occurring in the function H5D__scatter_mem within the file H5Dscatgath.c. This vulnerability can lead to potential data corruption or unauthorized access to sensitive information. It is crucial for users of the HDF5 Library to update to the latest version to mitigate risks associated with this vulnerability.

References

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

CVSS V3.1

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

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

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