CVE-2007-5199
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 2.21%
Last modified
CVE-2007-5199 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A single byte overflow in catalogue.c in X.Org libXfont 1.3.1 allows remote attackers to have unspecified impact.. EPSS estimates a 2.21% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A single byte overflow in catalogue.c in X.Org libXfont 1.3.1 allows remote attackers to have unspecified impact.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| X | Libxfont | 1.3.1 |
References
- https://bugzilla.suse.com/show_bug.cgi?id=327854Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://bugzilla.suse.com/show_bug.cgi?id=327854Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2007-5199?
A single byte overflow in catalogue.c in X.Org libXfont 1.3.1 allows remote attackers to have unspecified impact.
How severe is CVE-2007-5199?
CVE-2007-5199 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.21% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2007-5199?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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