CVE-2018-13866
First published: Tue Jul 10 2018(Updated: )
An issue was discovered in the HDF HDF5 1.8.20 library. There is a stack-based buffer over-read in the function H5F_addr_decode_len in H5Fint.c.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| HDF5 | =1.8.20 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-13866?
CVE-2018-13866 is categorized as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for exploitation via stack-based buffer over-read.
How do I fix CVE-2018-13866?
To fix CVE-2018-13866, upgrade the HDF5 library to version 1.8.21 or later where the vulnerability has been addressed.
What systems are affected by CVE-2018-13866?
CVE-2018-13866 specifically affects the HDF5 version 1.8.20 library.
What can an attacker achieve with CVE-2018-13866?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2018-13866 to read data beyond the intended buffer, potentially leading to information disclosure.
Is CVE-2018-13866 a remote vulnerability?
CVE-2018-13866 is generally considered to require local access to exploit, focusing on file processing scenarios.
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