CVE-2024-21473

Summary

CVE-2024-21473 is a newly disclosed cybersecurity vulnerability that impacts a specific software component. The issue involves memory corruption when users are allowed to redirect log files to any desired file location with any chosen file name. This susceptibility could potentially be exploited by attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause denial-of-service conditions by manipulating the file name and location. It is essential for organizations using the affected software to apply the necessary patches or take other mitigating measures to prevent potential attacks.

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