Vulnerability Description
In the HDF5 1.8.16 library's failure to check if the number of dimensions for an array read from the file is within the bounds of the space allocated for it, a heap-based buffer overflow will occur, potentially leading to arbitrary code execution.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Hdfgroup | Hdf5 | 1.8.16 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.debian.org/security/2016/dsa-3727
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94414
- http://www.talosintelligence.com/reports/TALOS-2016-0176/ExploitTechnical DescriptionThird Party Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201701-13
- http://www.debian.org/security/2016/dsa-3727
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94414
- http://www.talosintelligence.com/reports/TALOS-2016-0176/ExploitTechnical DescriptionThird Party Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201701-13
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-4330?
CVE-2016-4330 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.6 (HIGH). In the HDF5 1.8.16 library's failure to check if the number of dimensions for an array read from the file is within the bounds of the space allocated for it, a heap-based buffer overflow will occur, p...
How severe is CVE-2016-4330?
CVE-2016-4330 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-4330?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Hdfgroup Hdf5.