buffer overflow
A buffer overflow occurs when a program tries to store more data in a buffer (temporary storage area) than it can hold, leading to the overwriting of adjacent memory areas. This vulnerability can be exploited by attackers to inject malicious code or gain unauthorized access to the system.
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- control-flow integrity bypass
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