Executive Risk Summary
"A buffer overflow vulnerability in HDF5 through 1.14.3 allows for potential code execution or denial of service. This vulnerability is caused by a buffer overflow in the H5Z__filter_scaleoffset function, which can lead to the corruption of the instruction pointer."
Anticipated Attack Path
- 1. Initial Exploitation: Buffer overflow in H5Z__filter_scaleoffset
- 2. Privilege Escalation: Potential code execution
- 3. Lateral Movement: Denial of service or further exploitation
Am I Vulnerable?
- Verify HDF5 version is 1.14.3 or earlier
- Check for signs of exploitation or denial of service
- Apply patch to update HDF5 to version 1.14.4 or later
Operational Audit Arsenal
Target Type library
Target Asset libhdf5
Standard Path /usr/lib/x86_64-linux-gnu/
Manual Verification Required
This is a non-Windows asset (The HDF Group). Use the target asset details and official path provided above to verify your current version against the official vendor advisories listed below.
Patch Impact Forecast
Reboot Required Unlikely
Low to moderate, depending on dependent applications
Internal Work Notes
HDF5 buffer overflow vulnerability (CVE-2024-29159) - update to version 1.14.4 or later to prevent potential code execution or denial of service.
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Intelligence Sources
Related The HDF Group Threats
Data compiled from NVD, MSRC, and CISA KEV Catalog. Intelligence synthesized via AI. Scripts provided for diagnostic purposes under MIT License.