CVE-2014-8100: Buffer Overflow

Published Dec 10, 2014
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Updated

The Render extension in XFree86 4.0.1, X.Org X Window System (aka X11 or X) X11R6.7, 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 to the (1) ProcRenderQueryVersion, (2) SProcRenderQueryVersion, (3) SProcRenderQueryPictFormats, (4) SProcRenderQueryPictIndexValues, (5) SProcRenderCreatePicture, (6) SProcRenderChangePicture, (7) SProcRenderSetPictureClipRectangles, (8) SProcRenderFreePicture, (9) SProcRenderComposite, (10) SProcRenderScale, (11) SProcRenderCreateGlyphSet, (12) SProcRenderReferenceGlyphSet, (13) SProcRenderFreeGlyphSet, (14) SProcRenderFreeGlyphs, or (15) SProcRenderCompositeGlyphs function.

Affected Software

4 affected components
X.Org XFree86=4.0.1
X.Org xorg-server<=1.16.2.99.901
X.Org X11=6.7
X.Org X Server<=1.16.2.99.901

Event History

Dec 10, 2014
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:59 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2014-8100?

CVE-2014-8100 has a high severity rating as it can lead to denial of service or arbitrary code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2014-8100?

To fix CVE-2014-8100, upgrade XFree86 or X.Org server to the latest stable version beyond the affected versions.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2014-8100?

Users of XFree86 version 4.0.1, X.Org X Window System up to version 1.16.2.99.901, and X.org version 6.7 are affected by CVE-2014-8100.

4

What types of attacks are possible with CVE-2014-8100?

CVE-2014-8100 allows for denial of service attacks through out-of-bounds read or write vulnerabilities and possible execution of arbitrary code.

5

Is CVE-2014-8100 a remote or local vulnerability?

CVE-2014-8100 is a vulnerability that can be exploited by remote authenticated users.

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