CVE-2016-4332: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2016-4332: The library's failure to check if certain message types support a particular flag, the HDF5 1.8.16 library...

The library's failure to check if certain message types support a particular flag, the HDF5 1.8.16 library will cast the structure to an alternative structure and then assign to fields that aren't supported by the message type and the library will write outside the bounds of the heap buffer. This can lead to code execution under the context of the library.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 6, 2024, 00:25 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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CVE-2016-4332 is a memory corruption flaw in HDF5 1.8.16. A specially crafted HDF5 file could make software using the library write outside a heap buffer, potentially allowing code execution in that application's security context. Exposure is most likely where applications, services, scientific pipelines, or desktop tools process HDF5 files using HDF5 1.8.16, especially from external or untrusted sources. The bundle does not identify a complete affected product list. Treat this as a high-priority patching item where HDF5 files cross trust boundaries. It is older, but code execution impact makes legacy scientific or data-processing environments worth checking. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems and applications that include or link HDF5 1.8.16.; Apply relevant vendor updates from Debian DSA-3727 or Gentoo GLSA-201701-13 where applicable.; Check upstream or application vendor guidance for fixed HDF5 package versions..

Prepared: Jun 13, 2026, 13:16 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Nov 18, 2016, 20:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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