CVE-2020-10810: Null Pointer Dereference
Published Mar 22, 2020
·Updated
An issue was discovered in HDF5 through 1.12.0. A NULL pointer dereference exists in the function H5ACunpinentry() located in H5AC.c. It allows an attacker to cause Denial of Service.
Affected Software
1 affected component
HDFGroup hdf5<=1.12.0
Event History
Mar 22, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:42 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:42 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2020-10810?
CVE-2020-10810 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability due to a NULL pointer dereference.
2
How do I fix CVE-2020-10810?
To mitigate CVE-2020-10810, users should upgrade to HDF5 version 1.12.1 or later.
3
What software is affected by CVE-2020-10810?
CVE-2020-10810 affects HDF5 versions up to and including 1.12.0.
4
Can CVE-2020-10810 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2020-10810 can potentially be exploited remotely, leading to service disruption.
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What is the impact of CVE-2020-10810 on applications?
The impact of CVE-2020-10810 on applications includes possible denial of service, rendering the application unresponsive.