PatchTheCVECVE-2024-50614: TinyXML2 through 10.0.0 has a reachable assertion for UINT_MAX/16, that may lead to application exit, in tinyx
CVE-2024-50614 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 6.5) affecting tinyxml2. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
TinyXML2 through 10.0.0 has a reachable assertion for UINT_MAX/16, that may lead to application exit, in tinyxml2.cpp XMLUtil::GetCharacterRef.
Why this priority
- Public exploit reference
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 6.5 (Medium) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | Required |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.4% (top 62%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-617 |
| Published | 2024-10-27 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2024-50614?
tinyxml2: upgrade to newer than 10.0.0. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2024-50614 being exploited?
CVE-2024-50614 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2024-50614 affect?
CVE-2024-50614 affects tinyxml2. Severity is medium (CVSS 6.5). TinyXML2 through 10.0.0 has a reachable assertion for UINT_MAX/16, that may lead to application exit, in tinyxml2.cpp XMLUtil::GetCharacterRef.
How urgent is CVE-2024-50614?
Priority 37/100. Public exploit reference
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