USN-6587-1: X.Org X Server vulnerabilities
Jan-Niklas Sohn discovered that the X.Org X Server incorrectly handled memory when processing the DeviceFocusEvent and ProcXIQueryPointer APIs. An attacker could possibly use this issue to cause the X Server to crash, obtain sensitive information, or execute arbitrary code. (CVE-2023-6816) Jan-Niklas Sohn discovered that the X.Org X Server incorrectly handled reattaching to a different master device. An attacker could use this issue to cause the X Server to crash, leading to a denial of service, or possibly execute arbitrary code. (CVE-2024-0229) Olivier Fourdan and Donn Seeley discovered that the X.Org X Server incorrectly labeled GLX PBuffers when used with SELinux. An attacker could use this issue to cause the X Server to crash, leading to a denial of service. (CVE-2024-0408) Olivier Fourdan discovered that the X.Org X Server incorrectly handled the curser code when used with SELinux. An attacker could use this issue to cause the X Server to crash, leading to a denial of service. (CVE-2024-0409) Jan-Niklas Sohn discovered that the X.Org X Server incorrectly handled memory when processing the XISendDeviceHierarchyEvent API. An attacker could possibly use this issue to cause the X Server to crash, or execute arbitrary code. (CVE-2024-21885) Jan-Niklas Sohn discovered that the X.Org X Server incorrectly handled devices being disabled. An attacker could possibly use this issue to cause the X Server to crash, or execute arbitrary code. (CVE-2024-21886)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of USN-6587-1?
USN-6587-1 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability that could lead to a crash of the X Server or execution of arbitrary code.
How do I fix USN-6587-1?
To fix USN-6587-1, upgrade to the latest package versions indicated in the advisory for your Ubuntu release.
What are the affected products in USN-6587-1?
The affected products include the xserver-xorg-core and xwayland packages on various versions of Ubuntu, such as 20.04, 22.04, and 23.04.
Can USN-6587-1 lead to data loss?
Yes, USN-6587-1 may potentially allow an attacker to obtain sensitive information, leading to data exposure.
What specific APIs are impacted by USN-6587-1?
USN-6587-1 affects the DeviceFocusEvent and ProcXIQueryPointer APIs in the X.Org X Server.