X.Org Input Device Format String Vulnerability
BID:53150
Info
X.Org Input Device Format String Vulnerability
| Bugtraq ID: | 53150 |
| Class: | Input Validation Error |
| CVE: |
CVE-2012-2118 |
| Remote: | No |
| Local: | Yes |
| Published: | Apr 18 2012 12:00AM |
| Updated: | Apr 10 2013 05:58PM |
| Credit: | Kees Cook |
| Vulnerable: |
X.org X.org 0 Ubuntu Ubuntu Linux 12.04 LTS i386 Ubuntu Ubuntu Linux 12.04 LTS amd64 Gentoo Linux |
| Not Vulnerable: | |
Discussion
X.Org Input Device Format String Vulnerability
X.Org is prone to a local format-string vulnerability.
An attacker may exploit this issue to execute arbitrary code within the context of the affected application. Failed exploit attempts will result in a denial-of-service condition.
X.Org is prone to a local format-string vulnerability.
An attacker may exploit this issue to execute arbitrary code within the context of the affected application. Failed exploit attempts will result in a denial-of-service condition.
Exploit / POC
X.Org Input Device Format String Vulnerability
Attackers can use readily available command-line tools to exploit this issue.
Attackers can use readily available command-line tools to exploit this issue.
Solution / Fix
X.Org Input Device Format String Vulnerability
Solution:
Currently we are not aware of any vendor-supplied patches. If you feel we are in error or are aware of more recent information, please mail us at: [email protected].
Solution:
Currently we are not aware of any vendor-supplied patches. If you feel we are in error or are aware of more recent information, please mail us at: [email protected].
References
X.Org Input Device Format String Vulnerability
References:
References:
- CVE request: Xorg input device format string flaw (Kees Cook)
- X.Org Homepage (X.Org)