CVE-2026-33985: FreeRDP: ClearCodec Glyph Cache Count Desync - Heap OOB Read

Published Mar 30, 2026
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Updated

FreeRDP is a free implementation of the Remote Desktop Protocol. Prior to version 3.24.2, pixel data from adjacent heap memory is rendered to screen, potentially leaking sensitive data to the attacker. This issue has been patched in version 3.24.2.

Affected Software

4 affected componentsFixes available
FreeRDP freerdp<3.24.2
FreeRDP freerdp<3.24.2
alpine/freerdp<3.24.2-r0
3.24.2-r0
alpine/freerdp<3.24.2-r0
3.24.2-r0

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade alpine/freerdp to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 3.24.2-r0
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade FreeRDP to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 3.24.2

Event History

Mar 30, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:43 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:43 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via Red Hat·10:01 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:16 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Nov 3, 2026
Data Sourced
via OSV·06:32 AM
Affected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-33985?

CVE-2026-33985 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability due to the potential for sensitive data leakage.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-33985?

To fix CVE-2026-33985, upgrade FreeRDP to version 3.24.2 or later.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-33985?

CVE-2026-33985 is a heap out-of-bounds read vulnerability.

4

What software is affected by CVE-2026-33985?

CVE-2026-33985 affects FreeRDP versions prior to 3.24.2.

5

What could happen if CVE-2026-33985 is exploited?

If exploited, CVE-2026-33985 could allow attackers to leak sensitive information from adjacent heap memory.

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