CVE-2007-5760
First published: Fri Jan 18 2008(Updated: )
Array index error in the XFree86-Misc extension in X.Org Xserver before 1.4.1 allows context-dependent attackers to execute arbitrary code via a PassMessage request containing a large array index.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| X.Org X server | <=1.4 | |
| XFree86 |
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Reference Links
- http://labs.idefense.com/intelligence/vulnerabilities/display.php?id=646
- http://lists.freedesktop.org/archives/xorg/2008-January/031918.html
- http://sunsolve.sun.com/search/document.do?assetkey=1-26-103200-1
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/27336
- http://www.debian.org/security/2008/dsa-1466
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2008-0030.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2008-0031.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2008-01/msg00004.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/27354
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1019232
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28532
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28535
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28536
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28539
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28540
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28543
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28550
- http://bugs.gentoo.org/show_bug.cgi?id=204362
- http://support.avaya.com/elmodocs2/security/ASA-2008-039.htm
- https://www.redhat.com/archives/fedora-package-announce/2008-January/msg00641.html
- https://www.redhat.com/archives/fedora-package-announce/2008-January/msg00704.html
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-200801-09.xml
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2008:022
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2008:023
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2008:025
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28273
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28592
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28616
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28584
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28693
- https://issues.rpath.com/browse/RPL-2010
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28718
- http://www.openbsd.org/errata41.html#012_xorg
- http://www.openbsd.org/errata42.html#006_xorg
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28843
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28885
- http://support.avaya.com/elmodocs2/security/ASA-2008-078.htm
- http://sunsolve.sun.com/search/document.do?assetkey=1-26-200153-1
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28941
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-200804-05.xml
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29707
- http://www.gentoo.org/security/en/glsa/glsa-200805-07.xml
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30161
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/0184
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/0179
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/0497/references
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/39766
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A11718
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/571-1/
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/487335/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-5760?
CVE-2007-5760 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow attackers to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2007-5760?
To fix CVE-2007-5760, update the X.Org Xserver to version 1.4.1 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2007-5760?
CVE-2007-5760 affects users running X.Org Xserver versions prior to 1.4.1 and XFree86-Misc.
What are the implications of CVE-2007-5760?
The implications of CVE-2007-5760 include unauthorized access and control over an affected system.
How can I determine if my system is vulnerable to CVE-2007-5760?
You can determine vulnerability to CVE-2007-5760 by checking the version of the X.Org Xserver installed on your system.
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