CVE-2023-24039: Buffer Overflow
UNSUPPORTED WHEN ASSIGNED A stack-based buffer overflow in ParseColors in libXm in Common Desktop Environment 1.6 can be exploited by local low-privileged users via the dtprintinfo setuid binary to escalate their privileges to root on Solaris 10 systems. NOTE: This vulnerability only affects products that are no longer supported by the maintainer.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-24039?
CVE-2023-24039 is a vulnerability that allows local low-privileged users to escalate their privileges to root on Solaris 10 systems by exploiting a stack-based buffer overflow in ParseColors in libXm in Common Desktop Environment 1.6.
How severe is CVE-2023-24039?
CVE-2023-24039 has a severity rating of 7.8 (high).
How can CVE-2023-24039 be exploited?
CVE-2023-24039 can be exploited by local low-privileged users through the dtprintinfo setuid binary.
Which systems are affected by CVE-2023-24039?
CVE-2023-24039 affects Solaris 10 systems with Common Desktop Environment 1.6 installed.
Are there any references for CVE-2023-24039?
Yes, you can find more information about CVE-2023-24039 at the following links: [Link 1](http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2023/Jan/24), [Link 2](https://github.com/0xdea/exploits/blob/master/solaris/raptor_dtprintlibXmas.c), [Link 3](https://github.com/hnsecurity/vulns/blob/main/HNS-2022-01-dtprintinfo.txt).