CVE-2018-13870
First published: Tue Jul 10 2018(Updated: )
An issue was discovered in the HDF HDF5 1.8.20 library. There is a heap-based buffer over-read in the function H5O_link_decode in H5Olink.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-2018-13870?
CVE-2018-13870 is classified as having a medium severity level due to its potential to cause a heap-based buffer over-read.
How do I fix CVE-2018-13870?
To mitigate CVE-2018-13870, it is recommended to upgrade to a patched version of the HDF5 library beyond 1.8.20.
What systems are affected by CVE-2018-13870?
CVE-2018-13870 specifically affects the HDF5 library version 1.8.20.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2018-13870?
CVE-2018-13870 can be exploited through crafted HDF5 files leading to information disclosure.
Is CVE-2018-13870 a common vulnerability?
CVE-2018-13870 is not widely reported but presents a risk in applications that utilize the affected HDF5 library.
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