QID 353128

Date Published: 2022-02-01

QID 353128: Amazon Linux Security Advisory for freerdp : ALAS2-2022-1735

A flaw was found in the freerdp client when it fails to validate input data when using gateway connections.
This flaw could allow a malicious gateway to send a specially crafted input to a client leading to an out of bounds write in client memory.
The highest threat from this flaw is that it could allow arbitrary code to be executed on the target system. (
( CVE-2021-41159) a flaw was found in the freerdp client where it fails to validate input data when using connections with gdi or surfacecommands.
This flaw could allow a malicious server sending graphics updates to a client to cause an out of bounds write in client memory using a specially crafted input.
( CVE-2021-41160)



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Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to a securitybreach or could affect integrity, availability, and confidentiality.

  • CVSS V3 rated as Critical - 8.8 severity.
  • CVSS V2 rated as High - 6.8 severity.
    • Solution
    Please refer to Amazon advisory: ALAS2-2022-1735 for affected packages and patching details, or update with your package manager.
    Vendor References

    CVEs related to QID 353128

    CVE-2021-41160 | CVE-2021-41159 |
    Software Advisories
    Advisory ID Software Component Link
    ALAS2-2022-1735 Amazon Linux 2 URL Logo alas.aws.amazon.com/AL2/ALAS-2022-1735.html
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