CVE-2024-32617
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 0.81%
Last modified
CVE-2024-32617 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. HDF5 Library through 1.14.3 contains a heap-based buffer over-read caused by the unsafe use of strdup in H5MM_xstrdup in H5MM.c (called from H5G__ent_to_link in H5Glink.c).. EPSS estimates a 0.81% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
HDF5 Library through 1.14.3 contains a heap-based buffer over-read caused by the unsafe use of strdup in H5MM_xstrdup in H5MM.c (called from H5G__ent_to_link in H5Glink.c).
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Hdfgroup | Hdf5 | < 1.14.4 |
References
- https://www.hdfgroup.org/2024/05/new-hdf5-cve-issues-fixed-in-1-14-4/Issue Tracking, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.hdfgroup.org/2024/05/new-hdf5-cve-issues-fixed-in-1-14-4/Issue Tracking, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-32617?
HDF5 Library through 1.14.3 contains a heap-based buffer over-read caused by the unsafe use of strdup in H5MM_xstrdup in H5MM.c (called from H5G__ent_to_link in H5Glink.c).
How severe is CVE-2024-32617?
CVE-2024-32617 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.81% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-32617?
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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