CVE-2022-23484: Integer 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 Integer Overflow in xrdpmmprocessrailupdatewindowtext() 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·05:51 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:51 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2022-23484?

CVE-2022-23484 is a vulnerability in xrdp that allows for an Integer Overflow in the xrdp_mm_process_rail_update_window_text() function.

2

How does CVE-2022-23484 affect xrdp?

CVE-2022-23484 affects xrdp versions prior to 0.9.21.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2022-23484?

CVE-2022-23484 has a severity rating of 9.8 (Critical).

4

Is there a workaround for CVE-2022-23484?

There are no known workarounds for CVE-2022-23484; users are advised to upgrade to xrdp version 0.9.21 or later.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-23484?

You can find more information about CVE-2022-23484 on the following references: [GitHub Advisory](https://github.com/neutrinolabs/xrdp/security/advisories/GHSA-rqfx-5fv8-q9c6), [Debian Security Advisory](https://www.debian.org/security/2023/dsa-5502), [GitHub Commit](https://github.com/neutrinolabs/xrdp/commit/c2c6efb1d377be6baaa4acbc9d3700490fe92887).

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