CVE-2022-25942
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.58%
Last modified
CVE-2022-25942 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. An out-of-bounds read vulnerability exists in the gif2h5 functionality of HDF5 Group libhdf5 1.10.4. A specially-crafted GIF file can lead to code execution. EPSS estimates a 0.58% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An out-of-bounds read vulnerability exists in the gif2h5 functionality of HDF5 Group libhdf5 1.10.4. A specially-crafted GIF file can lead to code execution. An attacker can provide a malicious file to trigger this vulnerability.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Hdfgroup | Hdf5 | 1.10.4 |
References
- https://talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2022-1486Exploit, Technical Description, Third Party Advisory
- https://talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2022-1486Exploit, Technical Description, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-25942?
An out-of-bounds read vulnerability exists in the gif2h5 functionality of HDF5 Group libhdf5 1.10.4. A specially-crafted GIF file can lead to code execution. An attacker can provide a malicious file to trigger this vulnerability.
How severe is CVE-2022-25942?
CVE-2022-25942 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.58% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-25942?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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