CVE-2018-17437
First published: Mon Sep 24 2018(Updated: )
Memory leak in the H5O_dtype_decode_helper() function in H5Odtype.c in the HDF HDF5 through 1.10.3 library allows attackers to cause a denial of service (memory consumption) via a crafted HDF5 file.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| HDF5 | <=1.10.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-17437?
CVE-2018-17437 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability due to a memory leak.
How do I fix CVE-2018-17437?
To fix CVE-2018-17437, upgrade the HDF5 library to version 1.10.4 or later.
What causes CVE-2018-17437?
CVE-2018-17437 is caused by a memory leak in the H5O_dtype_decode_helper() function when handling crafted HDF5 files.
Which versions of HDF5 are affected by CVE-2018-17437?
CVE-2018-17437 affects HDF5 versions up to and including 1.10.3.
What is the impact of CVE-2018-17437 on systems?
The impact of CVE-2018-17437 is the potential for denial of service due to excessive memory consumption.
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