CVE-2024-33873: Buffer Overflow
First published: Tue May 14 2024(Updated: )
HDF5 Library through 1.14.3 has a heap-based buffer overflow in H5D__scatter_mem in H5Dscatgath.c.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| HDF5 | <1.14.4 | |
| HDF5 | <=1.14.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-33873?
CVE-2024-33873 is classified as a critical severity vulnerability due to the potential for exploiting a heap-based buffer overflow.
How do I fix CVE-2024-33873?
To fix CVE-2024-33873, upgrade the HDF5 Library to version 1.14.4 or later.
What causes CVE-2024-33873?
CVE-2024-33873 is caused by a heap-based buffer overflow in the H5D__scatter_mem function of the HDF5 Library.
Which versions of HDF5 are affected by CVE-2024-33873?
CVE-2024-33873 affects HDF5 Library versions up to and including 1.14.3.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2024-33873?
Exploitation of CVE-2024-33873 can lead to application crashes or arbitrary code execution, compromising system integrity.
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