ZDI-26-761: X.Org Server XInput Passive Grab Use-After-Free Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Published Oct 15, 2026
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Updated

This vulnerability allows local attackers to disclose sensitive information 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 5.5. The following CVEs are assigned: CVE-2026-93516.

Affected Software

1 affected component
X.Org X.Org Server

Event History

Oct 15, 2026
Advisory Published
via ZDI·05:00 AM
Data Sourced
via ZDI·05:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

Who is realistically exposed to exploitation?

Affected X.Org Server installations where an attacker can execute low-privileged code locally are exposed. The provided information does not indicate that remote, unauthenticated attackers can exploit it.

2

What level of access does an attacker need?

The attacker must first be able to execute low-privileged code on the target system. Exploitation is described as a local information-disclosure issue.

3

What is the assigned CVE and severity rating?

The assigned CVE is CVE-2026-93516. ZDI assigned a CVSS score of 5.5.

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