Vulnerability Description
When decoding data out of a dataset encoded with the H5Z_NBIT decoding, the HDF5 1.8.16 library will fail to ensure that the precision is within the bounds of the size leading to arbitrary code execution.
CVSS Score
8.6
HIGH
CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
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/94411
- http://www.talosintelligence.com/reports/TALOS-2016-0177/ExploitTechnical DescriptionThird Party Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201701-13
- http://www.debian.org/security/2016/dsa-3727
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94411
- http://www.talosintelligence.com/reports/TALOS-2016-0177/ExploitTechnical DescriptionThird Party Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201701-13
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-4331?
CVE-2016-4331 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.6 (HIGH). When decoding data out of a dataset encoded with the H5Z_NBIT decoding, the HDF5 1.8.16 library will fail to ensure that the precision is within the bounds of the size leading to arbitrary code execut...
How severe is CVE-2016-4331?
CVE-2016-4331 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-2016-4331?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Hdfgroup Hdf5.