Out-of-Bounds Access Vulnerability in Xorg-x11-server by The X.Org Foundation
CVE-2022-2319

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

X.org

Status
Xorg-x11-server
Vendor
CVE Published:
1 September 2022

What is CVE-2022-2319?

A flaw exists in the Xorg-x11-server that leads to out-of-bounds access issues within the ProcXkbSetGeometry function. This vulnerability arises from improper validation of the request length, potentially allowing an attacker to manipulate server behavior or compromise system integrity. It highlights the necessity for validation in server request handling to ensure robust security measures.

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Affected Version(s)

xorg-x11-server xorg-x11-server 21.1

References

https://gitlab.freedesktop.org/xorg/xserver/-/merge_reque...
https://gitlab.freedesktop.org/xorg/xserver/-/merge_reque...
https://lists.freedesktop.org/archives/xorg-announce/2022...

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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