CVE-2024-42478: llama.cpp allows Arbitrary Address Read in rpc_server::get_tensor

Published Aug 12, 2024
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Updated

llama.cpp provides LLM inference in C/C++. The unsafe data pointer member in the rpctensor structure can cause arbitrary address reading. This vulnerability is fixed in b3561.

Affected Software

1 affected component
ggml llama.cpp<b3561

Event History

Aug 12, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:05 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:05 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-42478?

The severity of CVE-2024-42478 has not been explicitly classified, but it poses a risk of arbitrary address reading which can lead to unauthorized data access.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-42478?

CVE-2024-42478 can be fixed by updating Llama.cpp to version b3561 or later.

3

What is the impact of CVE-2024-42478?

CVE-2024-42478 allows for arbitrary address reading which can compromise the confidentiality of the data handled by the affected software.

4

Which versions of Llama.cpp are affected by CVE-2024-42478?

CVE-2024-42478 affects all versions of Llama.cpp prior to version b3561.

5

Is CVE-2024-42478 a coding or implementation issue?

CVE-2024-42478 is considered a coding issue due to unsafe handling of the `data` pointer in the `rpc_tensor` structure.

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