What is the severity of ZDI-24-011?

The vulnerability ZDI-24-011 has been assigned a CVSS rating of 7.8, indicating a high severity level.

How do I fix ZDI-24-011?

To mitigate ZDI-24-011, update to the latest version of X.Org Server as per the vendor's advisory.

Who can exploit the ZDI-24-011 vulnerability?

Only local attackers who already have the ability to execute low-privileged code on the system can exploit the ZDI-24-011 vulnerability.

What are the potential impacts of ZDI-24-011?

Exploitation of ZDI-24-011 may allow an attacker to escalate their privileges on affected installations of X.Org Server.

Is ZDI-24-011 limited to specific versions of X.Org Server?

Yes, the ZDI-24-011 vulnerability affects specific installations of X.Org Server, but details on affected versions should be verified through the vendor's advisory.

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ZDI-24-011

4/1/2024

ZDI-24-011: X.Org Server RecalculateMasterButtons Out-Of-Bounds Access Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

First published: Thu Jan 04 2024(Updated: )

This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of X.Org Server. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability. The ZDI has assigned a CVSS rating of 7.8. The following CVEs are assigned: CVE-2023-6377.

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
X.org X.org Server

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Reference Links

http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-24-011/ (Advisory)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of ZDI-24-011?
The vulnerability ZDI-24-011 has been assigned a CVSS rating of 7.8, indicating a high severity level.
How do I fix ZDI-24-011?
To mitigate ZDI-24-011, update to the latest version of X.Org Server as per the vendor's advisory.
Who can exploit the ZDI-24-011 vulnerability?
Only local attackers who already have the ability to execute low-privileged code on the system can exploit the ZDI-24-011 vulnerability.
What are the potential impacts of ZDI-24-011?
Exploitation of ZDI-24-011 may allow an attacker to escalate their privileges on affected installations of X.Org Server.
Is ZDI-24-011 limited to specific versions of X.Org Server?
Yes, the ZDI-24-011 vulnerability affects specific installations of X.Org Server, but details on affected versions should be verified through the vendor's advisory.

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