CVE-2019-9152
First published: Mon Feb 25 2019(Updated: )
An issue was discovered in the HDF HDF5 1.10.4 library. There is an out of bounds read in the function H5MM_xstrdup in H5MM.c when called from H5O_dtype_decode_helper in H5Odtype.c.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| HDF5 | =1.10.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2019-9152?
CVE-2019-9152 has been rated as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to expose sensitive data through an out of bounds read.
How do I fix CVE-2019-9152?
To fix CVE-2019-9152, upgrade the HDF5 library to version 1.10.5 or later where the vulnerability has been addressed.
What impact does CVE-2019-9152 have on software using HDF5 1.10.4?
CVE-2019-9152 may allow attackers to read out of bounds memory, potentially leading to information disclosure.
Is CVE-2019-9152 a local or remote vulnerability?
CVE-2019-9152 is primarily a local vulnerability, as it affects how the HDF5 library handles certain data in memory.
Who is affected by CVE-2019-9152?
Users and applications utilizing HDF5 version 1.10.4 are affected by CVE-2019-9152.
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