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CVE-2014-5044 concerns integer overflow flaws in libgfortran, the GNU Fortran runtime library. If a vulnerable Fortran application uses attacker-influenced array allocation sizes, the result could be application crash or, in the worst case, arbitrary code execution. The provided sources do not identify exact affected versions, CVSS severity, or active exploitation. Exposure is most likely where systems run Fortran applications linked against libgfortran, especially services that process untrusted data influencing array allocation. The bundle lists affected product and versions as n/a, so exposure must be confirmed through asset and package inventory. Treat this as an inventory-and-patch governance item, not a confirmed emergency. Prioritize faster where Fortran workloads are externally reachable or process untrusted scientific, engineering, or customer-supplied data. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems and applications using libgfortran or GCC Fortran runtimes.; Check GCC, operating system, and distribution advisories for fixed libgfortran packages.; Update libgfortran through supported vendor packages where applicable..
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Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- libgfortran-cve20145044-overflow(94849)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1122812CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
- https://gcc.gnu.org/viewcvs/gcc/trunk/libgfortran/ChangeLog?limit_changes=0&view=markup&pathrev=211721CVE reference · x_refsource_MISC
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