CVE-2022-26061: Buffer Overflow
First published: Mon Aug 22 2022(Updated: )
A heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability exists in the gif2h5 functionality of HDF5 Group libhdf5 1.10.4. A specially-crafted GIF file can lead to code execution. An attacker can provide a malicious file to trigger this vulnerability.
Credit: talos-cna@cisco.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| HDF5 | =1.10.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2022-26061?
CVE-2022-26061 has been classified as critical due to the potential for code execution from a heap-based buffer overflow.
How do I fix CVE-2022-26061?
To mitigate CVE-2022-26061, upgrade HDF5 to a version later than 1.10.4 that includes the necessary security patches.
What software is affected by CVE-2022-26061?
CVE-2022-26061 affects HDF5 version 1.10.4 specifically.
What can happen if CVE-2022-26061 is exploited?
Exploitation of CVE-2022-26061 can result in arbitrary code execution through a specially-crafted GIF file.
Who can exploit CVE-2022-26061?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2022-26061 by delivering a malicious GIF file to the vulnerable HDF5 software.
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