CVE-2023-43785
CVSS 3.1 Score 5.5 of 10 (medium)
Details
Published Oct 10, 2023
Updated: May 22, 2024
CWE ID 125
CWE ID 787
Summary
CVE-2023-43785 is a newly discovered vulnerability affecting the libX11 library. The issue lies within the _XkbReadKeySyms() function, where a boundary condition error occurs. Maliciously crafted input can trigger an out-of-bounds read error, enabling a local user to gain unauthorized access to system memory. This security flaw poses a significant risk, as sensitive information may be exposed. Users are strongly urged to apply the necessary patches as soon as possible to mitigate this vulnerability.
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Affected Products
- X.org Libx11
- Libx11
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux
- Fedora Operating System
Affected Vendors
- Red Hat
- Fedora Project
- X.Org Foundation
- X.Org
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