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CVE-2019-15679: Buffer Overflow

First published: Tue Oct 29 2019(Updated: )

TightVNC code version 1.3.10 contains heap buffer overflow in InitialiseRFBConnection function, which can potentially result code execution. This attack appear to be exploitable via network connectivity.

Credit: vulnerability@kaspersky.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Tightvnc Tightvnc=1.3.10

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the vulnerability ID for this issue?

    The vulnerability ID for this issue is CVE-2019-15679.

  • What is the severity of CVE-2019-15679?

    CVE-2019-15679 has a severity rating of critical (9.8).

  • What is the affected software of CVE-2019-15679?

    The affected software is TightVNC version 1.3.10.

  • How can CVE-2019-15679 be exploited?

    CVE-2019-15679 can be exploited through network connectivity.

  • Are there any references for CVE-2019-15679?

    Yes, you can find references for CVE-2019-15679 in the following links: - [Siemens ProductCERT](https://cert-portal.siemens.com/productcert/pdf/ssa-478893.pdf) - [Debian LTS](https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2019/12/msg00028.html) - [US-CERT](https://us-cert.cisa.gov/ics/advisories/icsa-20-343-08)

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