CVE-2024-29162: Buffer Overflow
Published May 14, 2024
·Updated
HDF5 through 1.13.3 and/or 1.14.2 contains a stack buffer overflow in H5HGread, resulting in denial of service or potential code execution.
Affected Software
2 affected components
HDF Group HDF5<=1.13.3, <=1.14.2
HDFGroup hdf5<=1.14.3
Event History
Jan 1, 1970
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
May 14, 2024
CVE Published
via NVD·03:15 PM
Aug 2, 2024
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:16 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2024-29162?
CVE-2024-29162 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for denial of service and code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2024-29162?
To fix CVE-2024-29162, upgrade HDF5 to version 1.14.4 or later.
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What is the vulnerability type of CVE-2024-29162?
CVE-2024-29162 is a stack buffer overflow vulnerability.
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What software is affected by CVE-2024-29162?
CVE-2024-29162 affects HDF5 versions up to and including 1.13.3 and 1.14.2.
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What could be the consequences of exploiting CVE-2024-29162?
Exploiting CVE-2024-29162 could lead to denial of service or potential code execution on affected systems.