CVE-2013-2063: Buffer Overflow
First published: Sat Jun 15 2013(Updated: )
Integer overflow in X.org libXtst 1.2.1 and earlier allows X servers to trigger allocation of insufficient memory and a buffer overflow via vectors related to the XRecordGetContext function.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| CentOS LibXtst | <=1.2.1 | |
| CentOS LibXtst | =1.0.2 | |
| CentOS LibXtst | =1.0.3 | |
| CentOS LibXtst | =1.0.99.1 | |
| CentOS LibXtst | =1.0.99.2 | |
| CentOS LibXtst | =1.1.0 | |
| CentOS LibXtst | =1.2.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2013-May/106886.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2013-06/msg00160.html
- http://www.debian.org/security/2013/dsa-2689
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2013/05/23/3
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-1866-1
- http://www.x.org/wiki/Development/Security/Advisory-2013-05-23
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-2063?
CVE-2013-2063 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for a buffer overflow leading to memory corruption.
How do I fix CVE-2013-2063?
To fix CVE-2013-2063, update the X.org libXtst package to version 1.2.2 or later.
What software is affected by CVE-2013-2063?
CVE-2013-2063 affects X.org libXtst version 1.2.1 and earlier, including specific versions like 1.0.2, 1.0.3, and 1.1.0.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2013-2063?
CVE-2013-2063 is an integer overflow vulnerability that can lead to buffer overflow in X servers.
Is CVE-2013-2063 remote exploitability possible?
Yes, CVE-2013-2063 can potentially be exploited remotely due to its exploitation methodology involving X server interactions.
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