CVE-2024-20819

Summary

CVE-2024-20819 is a newly identified vulnerability affecting libsthmbc.so's svc1td_vld_plh_ap function before the SMR Feb-2024 Release 1. This out-of-bounds write issue enables local attackers to cause buffer overflow, potentially leading to code injection and execution of arbitrary commands on the targeted system. By exploiting this vulnerability, an attacker could gain unauthorized access or execute malicious code to gain control over the affected system. The vulnerability necessitates immediate patching to prevent potential security breaches and protect against potential exploitation.

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