CVE-2024-29161: Buffer Overflow
First published: Tue May 14 2024(Updated: )
HDF5 through 1.14.3 contains a heap buffer overflow in H5A__attr_release_table, resulting in the corruption of the instruction pointer and causing denial of service or potential code execution.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| HDF5 | <1.14.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-29161?
CVE-2024-29161 is a critical vulnerability due to its potential for denial of service and risk of arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2024-29161?
To mitigate CVE-2024-29161, upgrade HDF5 to version 1.14.4 or later, which contains the necessary fixes.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-29161?
CVE-2024-29161 is a heap buffer overflow vulnerability found in HDF5.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-29161?
Users running HDF5 versions up to 1.14.3 are affected by CVE-2024-29161.
What could happen if CVE-2024-29161 is exploited?
Exploitation of CVE-2024-29161 could lead to programs crashing, data corruption, or unauthorized code execution.
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