heap overflow attacks
Heap overflow attacks refer to security vulnerabilities in computer systems that occur when an application attempts to store more data in a specific area of computer memory (heap) than it can hold. This overflow of data can overwrite adjacent memory segments or critical program data, leading to potential exploitation by attackers. By deliberately crafting input to exploit these vulnerabilities, attackers can gain unauthorized access and execute malicious code, potentially compromising the system's integrity and confidentiality.
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