CVE-2022-23468: Buffer Overflow in xrdp

Published Dec 9, 2022
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Updated

xrdp is an open source project which provides a graphical login to remote machines using Microsoft Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP). xrdp < v0.9.21 contain a buffer over flow in xrdploginwndcreate() function. There are no known workarounds for this issue. Users are advised to upgrade.

Affected Software

3 affected componentsFixes available
debian/xrdp<=0.9.9-1+deb10u1
0.9.9-1+deb10u30.9.21.1-1~deb11u10.9.21.1-1
Neutrinolabs Xrdp<0.9.21
Debian Debian Linux=11.0

Event History

Dec 9, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:49 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:49 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Dec 11, 2022
Data Sourced
08:03 AM
SeverityAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2022-23468?

CVE-2022-23468 is a vulnerability in xrdp, an open source project that provides a graphical login to remote machines using Microsoft Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP).

2

What is the severity of CVE-2022-23468?

CVE-2022-23468 has a severity level of critical, with a CVSS score of 9.8.

3

How does CVE-2022-23468 affect xrdp?

CVE-2022-23468 affects xrdp versions prior to 0.9.21, leading to a buffer overflow in the xrdp_login_wnd_create() function.

4

Are there any known workarounds for CVE-2022-23468?

No, there are no known workarounds for CVE-2022-23468.

5

How can I fix CVE-2022-23468?

To fix CVE-2022-23468, users are advised to upgrade to xrdp version 0.9.21 or later.

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