Heap Buffer Overflow in TightVNC Remote Desktop Software
CVE-2019-15678

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

Kaspersky
Status
Tightvnc
Vendor
CVE Published:
29 October 2019

What is CVE-2019-15678?

TightVNC version 1.3.10 is affected by a heap buffer overflow in the rfbServerCutText handler. This vulnerability may allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target machine by exploiting the network connectivity. Proper security measures and updates are crucial to mitigate potential risks from this vulnerability.

Affected Version(s)

TightVNC 1.3.10

References

https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2018/12/10/5
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https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2019/12/msg0...
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https://cert-portal.siemens.com/productcert/pdf/ssa-47889...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.8
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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