CVE-2020-10810: Null Pointer Dereference

Published Mar 22, 2020
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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.

5

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.

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