CVE-2014-8096: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Dec 10 2014(Updated: )
The SProcXCMiscGetXIDList function in the XC-MISC extension in X.Org X Window System (aka X11 or X) X11R6.0 and X.Org Server (aka xserver and xorg-server) before 1.16.3 allows remote authenticated users to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read or write) or possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted length or index value.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| X.org X.org | =6.0 | |
| Ubuntu X Server Legacy | <=1.16.2.99.901 | |
| Debian | =7.1 | |
| Debian | =8.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://advisories.mageia.org/MGASA-2014-0532.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/61947
- http://secunia.com/advisories/62292
- http://www.debian.org/security/2014/dsa-3095
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2015:119
- http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/topics/security/bulletinjan2015-2370101.html
- http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/topics/security/bulletinoct2015-2511968.html
- http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/topics/security/cpujul2015-2367936.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/71598
- http://www.x.org/wiki/Development/Security/Advisory-2014-12-09/
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201504-06
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-8096?
CVE-2014-8096 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential to cause a denial of service and execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2014-8096?
To fix CVE-2014-8096, upgrade to X.Org Server version 1.16.3 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2014-8096?
CVE-2014-8096 affects users of X.Org X Window System versions 6.0 and X.Org Server up to 1.16.2.99.901.
What kind of attacks can CVE-2014-8096 facilitate?
CVE-2014-8096 can facilitate remote authenticated attacks leading to denial of service or the execution of arbitrary code.
What systems are vulnerable due to CVE-2014-8096?
Vulnerable systems include Debian Linux versions 7.1 and 8.0, along with X.Org X11 version 6.0.
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