CVE-2013-2063: Buffer Overflow
Published 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.
Affected Software
7 affected components
X libXtst<=1.2.1
X libXtst=1.0.2
X libXtst=1.0.3
X libXtst=1.0.99.1
X libXtst=1.0.99.2
X libXtst=1.1.0
X libXtst=1.2.0
Event History
Jun 15, 2013
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
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.
2
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.
3
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.
4
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.
5
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.