CVE-2024-54028: Integer Underflow

Published Jun 2, 2025
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Updated

An integer underflow vulnerability exists in the OLE Document DIFAT Parser functionality of catdoc 0.95. A specially crafted malformed file can lead to heap-based memory corruption. An attacker can provide a malicious file to trigger this vulnerability.

Affected Software

3 affected components
catdoc catdoc
Fossies Catdoc=0.95
Debian Debian Linux=11.0

Event History

Jun 2, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:00 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-54028?

The severity of CVE-2024-54028 is considered high due to its potential for causing heap-based memory corruption.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-54028?

To fix CVE-2024-54028, update CatDoc to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

3

What impact does CVE-2024-54028 have on systems using CatDoc?

CVE-2024-54028 can lead to arbitrary code execution if an attacker supplies a specially crafted malformed file.

4

Is CatDoc version 0.95 safe from CVE-2024-54028?

No, CatDoc version 0.95 is vulnerable to CVE-2024-54028 and should be updated to a patched version.

5

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2024-54028?

An attacker can exploit CVE-2024-54028 by supplying a malformed OLE document file to trigger the integer underflow vulnerability.

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