CVE-2017-13722: High severity red hat libxfont vulnerability

Published Oct 11, 2017
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Updated

In the pcfGetProperties function in bitmap/pcfread.c in libXfont through 1.5.2 and 2.x before 2.0.2, a missing boundary check (for PCF files) could be used by local attackers authenticated to an Xserver for a buffer over-read, for information disclosure or a crash of the X server.

Other sources

It was discovered that libXfont incorrectly handled certain malformed PCF files. A local attacker could use this issue to cause libXfont to crash, resulting in a denial of service, or possibly obtain sensitive information.

Upstream patch:

https://cgit.freedesktop.org/xorg/lib/libXfont/commit/?id=672bb944311392e2415b39c0d63b1e1902905bcd

Red Hat

Affected Software

3 affected components
X.Org libXfont<=1.5.2
X.Org libXfont=2.0.0
X.Org libXfont=2.0.1

Event History

Oct 11, 2017
Data Sourced
10:49 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-13722?

CVE-2017-13722 has a moderate severity rating due to its potential for buffer over-read and information disclosure.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-13722?

To fix CVE-2017-13722, update libXfont to version 2.0.2 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2017-13722?

CVE-2017-13722 affects users of libXfont versions 1.5.2 and below, as well as 2.0.0 and 2.0.1.

4

What can happen if CVE-2017-13722 is exploited?

Exploitation of CVE-2017-13722 can lead to information disclosure or a crash of the X server.

5

Is CVE-2017-13722 exploitable remotely?

CVE-2017-13722 is only exploitable by local attackers who are authenticated to an Xserver.

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