CVE-2024-21802: Buffer Overflow

Published Feb 26, 2024
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Updated

A heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability exists in the GGUF library info->ne functionality of llama.cpp Commit 18c2e17. A specially crafted .gguf file can lead to code execution. An attacker can provide a malicious file to trigger this vulnerability.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Unknown llama.cpp
ggml llama.cpp<2024-01-09

Event History

Feb 26, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:07 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:07 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:27 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
May 26, 57089
Event
via NVD·07:03 AM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-21802?

CVE-2024-21802 is considered to be a critical severity vulnerability due to the potential for code execution via a specially crafted file.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-21802?

To fix CVE-2024-21802, update the llama.cpp software to a version released after January 9, 2024, which addresses this vulnerability.

3

What kind of attack vector does CVE-2024-21802 utilize?

CVE-2024-21802 can be exploited via a specially crafted .gguf file that triggers the heap-based buffer overflow.

4

Which versions of llama.cpp are affected by CVE-2024-21802?

CVE-2024-21802 affects all versions of llama.cpp up to, but not including, version released on January 9, 2024.

5

Can CVE-2024-21802 lead to other security issues?

Yes, the buffer overflow vulnerability in CVE-2024-21802 can potentially lead to additional vulnerabilities such as remote code execution.

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