REDHAT-BUG-1438703
First published: Tue Apr 04 2017(Updated: )
In TigerVNC (CConnection.cxx CConnection::CConnection), an unauthenticated client can cause a small memory leak in the server. Upstream patch: <a href="https://github.com/TigerVNC/tigervnc/pull/436/commits/dccb5f7d776e93863ae10bbff56a45c523c6eeb0">https://github.com/TigerVNC/tigervnc/pull/436/commits/dccb5f7d776e93863ae10bbff56a45c523c6eeb0</a>
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| TigerVNC |
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What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-1438703?
The severity of REDHAT-BUG-1438703 is classified as low due to a small memory leak that can be exploited by an unauthenticated client.
How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-1438703?
To resolve REDHAT-BUG-1438703, apply the upstream patch provided in the TigerVNC GitHub repository.
Who is affected by REDHAT-BUG-1438703?
Users running vulnerable versions of TigerVNC are affected by the memory leak issue described in REDHAT-BUG-1438703.
What type of vulnerability is REDHAT-BUG-1438703?
REDHAT-BUG-1438703 is categorized as a memory leak vulnerability due to the behavior of unauthenticated clients connecting to the TigerVNC server.
Is there a workaround for REDHAT-BUG-1438703?
Currently, there is no documented workaround for REDHAT-BUG-1438703 other than applying the patch.
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