CVE-2024-23948

Description

Multiple improper array index validation vulnerabilities exist in the readMSH functionality of libigl v2.5.0. A specially crafted .msh file can lead to an out-of-bounds write. An attacker can provide a malicious file to trigger this vulnerability.This vulnerability concerns the `igl::MshLoader::parse_nodes` function while handling an `ascii`.msh` file.

Category

8.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.17%
Third-Party Advisory talosintelligence.com Third-Party Advisory talosintelligence.com
Affected: libigl libigl
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2024-1926 mitigation third party advisory
https://www.talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2024-1926 mitigation third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-23948?
CVE-2024-23948 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-23948?
To fix CVE-2024-23948, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2024-23948 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-23948 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2024-23948?
CVE-2024-23948 affects libigl libigl.
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