Executive Risk Summary
"A heap-based buffer over-read vulnerability exists in the HDF5 Library through version 1.14.3, specifically in the H5HL__fl_deserialize function within H5HLcache.c. This vulnerability could potentially allow an attacker to read sensitive data or cause a denial-of-service condition."
Anticipated Attack Path
- 1. Initial Exploitation: Attacker sends crafted input to the H5HL__fl_deserialize function
- 2. Privilege Escalation: Potential for reading sensitive data or causing a denial-of-service condition
- 3. Lateral Movement: Potential for further exploitation based on the data read or services disrupted
Am I Vulnerable?
- Verify HDF5 Library version is updated to 1.14.4 or later
- Monitor for unusual access patterns or service disruptions related to HDF5
- Review application logs for errors related to H5HLcache.c or H5HL__fl_deserialize
Operational Audit Arsenal
Target Type library
Target Asset libhdf5.so
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 the applications using the HDF5 Library
Internal Work Notes
HDF5 Library vulnerability (CVE-2024-32613) - update to version 1.14.4 or later to prevent potential data exposure 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.