Information Disclosure in X.Org Xserver by The X.Org Foundation
CVE-2007-5958

Currently unrated

Key Information:

Vendor

X.org

Status
Vendor
CVE Published:
18 January 2008

What is CVE-2007-5958?

The X.Org Xserver prior to version 1.4.1 is susceptible to a vulnerability that permits local users to ascertain the presence of arbitrary files. This is achieved through the -sp option of the X program, where divergent error messages are returned depending on whether the specified filename exists. This behavior can lead to unauthorized information disclosure, as attackers can leverage the error messages to infer sensitive file existence on the system.

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Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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