CVE-2024-48958

HIGH
Published Oct 10, 2024 Modified Nov 3, 2025 CWE-125

Description

execute_filter_delta in archive_read_support_format_rar.c in libarchive before 3.7.5 allows out-of-bounds access via a crafted archive file because src can move beyond dst.

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CVSS v3.1 Score

7.8
HIGH
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Weakness Type (CWE)

CWE-125 Out-of-bounds Read

Affected Products

Vendor Product
libarchive libarchive

References

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-48958? +
execute_filter_delta in archive_read_support_format_rar.c in libarchive before 3.7.5 allows out-of-bounds access via a crafted archive file because src can move beyond dst. It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 7.8 (HIGH).
How severe is CVE-2024-48958? +
CVE-2024-48958 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 7.8 out of 10, rated HIGH. This is a high-severity vulnerability that should be prioritized for patching.
What products are affected by CVE-2024-48958? +
CVE-2024-48958 affects products from libarchive, specifically: libarchive. Check the affected products table above for specific version ranges.
How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2024-48958? +
You can use Secably's free Website Scanner to check your website for known vulnerabilities. For infrastructure scanning, use the Port Scanner to identify exposed services that may be affected. Check the vendor advisories linked above for specific patch and version information.

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