Vulnerability in libx11 - Regression Update
Summary
DLA-684-2: libx11 - regression update. Affects libx11 versions < 2:1.5.0-1+deb7u4. Fixed in 2:1.5.0-1+deb7u4. How to fix ↓
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Background
libx11 is the X11 client-side library used for communication between X clients and the X server. It provides functions and utilities for handling X protocol requests, managing windows, and interacting with the X server. This vulnerability affects libx11 in Debian 7 Wheezy.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in libx11 arises from insufficient validation of data received from the X server. This can lead to out-of-bounds memory read (XGetImage()) or write (XListFonts()) operations. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to read sensitive information from memory or potentially execute arbitrary code.
How To Fix
Minimum fixed version
2:1.5.0-1+deb7u4
This is the first release that contains the fix.
sudo apt-get install --only-upgrade libx11Tip — Not sure which version your app runs? Vulert can match this fix to it. Scan free →
Workaround
There is no specific workaround mentioned for this vulnerability.
Conclusion
The vulnerability in libx11 can be mitigated by upgrading the package to the recommended version. For further support on vulnerability remediation, you can reach out to DevNack.com.
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FAQ
libx11 is the X11 client-side library used for communication between X clients and the X server.
The vulnerability can lead to out-of-bounds memory read or write operations, potentially allowing an attacker to read sensitive information or execute arbitrary code.
The vulnerability affects libx11 in Debian 7 Wheezy.
To fix this vulnerability, upgrade the libx11 package to version 2:1.5.0-1+deb7u3 or later.
No specific workaround has been mentioned for this vulnerability.
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