CVE-2024-56737: Buffer Overflow

Published Dec 29, 2024
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Updated

GNU GRUB (aka GRUB2) through 2.12 has a heap-based buffer overflow in fs/hfs.c via crafted sblock data in an HFS filesystem.

Affected Software

2 affected components
GNU GRUB<=2.12
GNU GRUB2<=2.12

Event History

Dec 29, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-56737?

CVE-2024-56737 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote exploitation.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-56737?

To fix CVE-2024-56737, update GNU GRUB to version 2.13 or later.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2024-56737?

CVE-2024-56737 affects GNU GRUB versions up to and including 2.12.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-56737?

CVE-2024-56737 is a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability in the HFS filesystem handling.

5

Can CVE-2024-56737 lead to remote code execution?

Yes, exploiting CVE-2024-56737 could potentially allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code remotely.

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