CVE-2006-1526: Buffer Overflow
Buffer overflow in the X render (Xrender) extension in X.org X server 6.8.0 up to allows attackers to cause a denial of service (crash), as demonstrated by the (1) XRenderCompositeTriStrip and (2) XRenderCompositeTriFan requests in the rendertest from XCB xcb/xcb-demo, which leads to an incorrect memory allocation due to a typo in an expression that uses a "&" instead of a "" operator. NOTE: the subject line of the original announcement used an incorrect CVE number for this issue.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-1526?
CVE-2006-1526 is rated as a critical vulnerability due to its ability to cause a denial of service by crashing the X.org X server.
How do I fix CVE-2006-1526?
To fix CVE-2006-1526, upgrade the X.org X server to version 6.8.1 or higher.
What versions of X.org X server are affected by CVE-2006-1526?
CVE-2006-1526 affects X.org X server versions 6.7.0 to 6.9 inclusive.
What types of attacks can be executed with CVE-2006-1526?
CVE-2006-1526 can be exploited through specific requests like XRenderCompositeTriStrip and XRenderCompositeTriFan, leading to server crashes.
Is CVE-2006-1526 a remote vulnerability?
Yes, CVE-2006-1526 can potentially be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to target the X server over a network.