CVE-2024-42479

Public Exploit
llama.cpp allows write-what-where in rpc_server::set_tensor

Description

llama.cpp provides LLM inference in C/C++. The unsafe `data` pointer member in the `rpc_tensor` structure can cause arbitrary address writing. This vulnerability is fixed in b3561.

Categories

10.0
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.78% Top 30%
Vendor Advisory github.com
Affected: ggerganov llama.cpp
Published at:
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References

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-42479?
CVE-2024-42479 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-42479?
To fix CVE-2024-42479, 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-2024-42479 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2024-42479 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~1% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2024-42479?
CVE-2024-42479 affects ggerganov llama.cpp.
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