CVE-2024-33877: Buffer Overflow

Published May 14, 2024
·
Updated

HDF5 Library through 1.14.3 has a heap-based buffer overflow in H5Tconvstructopt in H5Tconv.c.

Affected Software

6 affected componentsFixes available
HDFGroup hdf5<1.14.4
HDF5 HDF5 Library<=1.14.3
Microsoft cbl2 hdf5 1.14.4-1
Microsoft azl3 hdf5 1.14.3-1
Microsoft cbl2 hdf5 1.12.1-13
Microsoft azl3 hdf5 1.14.4.3-1

Event History

Jan 1, 1970
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
May 14, 2024
CVE Published
via Microsoft·07:00 AM
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·07:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·07:00 AM
Affected Software
Updated
via Microsoft·07:00 AM
SeverityAffected Software
Updated
via Microsoft·07:00 AM
Affected Software
Updated
via Microsoft·07:00 AM
DescriptionSeverity
Aug 2, 2024
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:48 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-33877?

CVE-2024-33877 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to the potential for exploitation leading to arbitrary code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-33877?

To fix CVE-2024-33877, upgrade the HDF5 Library to version 1.14.4 or later.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-33877?

CVE-2024-33877 is a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability in the HDF5 Library.

4

Which versions of HDF5 Library are affected by CVE-2024-33877?

HDF5 Library versions up to and including 1.14.3 are affected by CVE-2024-33877.

5

What impact does CVE-2024-33877 have on applications?

CVE-2024-33877 can lead to arbitrary code execution, potentially compromising the confidentiality and integrity of applications using the affected HDF5 Library.

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