CVE-2008-1379
UnknownEPSS 1.39%
Last modified
CVE-2008-1379 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Integer overflow in the fbShmPutImage function in the MIT-SHM extension in the X server 1.4 in X.Org X11R7.3 allows context-dependent attackers to read arbitrary process memory via crafted values for a Pixmap width and height.. EPSS estimates a 1.39% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Integer overflow in the fbShmPutImage function in the MIT-SHM extension in the X server 1.4 in X.Org X11R7.3 allows context-dependent attackers to read arbitrary process memory via crafted values for a Pixmap width and height.
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Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| X | X11 | r7.3 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30627Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30628Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30629Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30630Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30637Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30659Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30664Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30666Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30627Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30628Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30629Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30630Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30637Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30659Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30664Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30666Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2008-1379?
Integer overflow in the fbShmPutImage function in the MIT-SHM extension in the X server 1.4 in X.Org X11R7.3 allows context-dependent attackers to read arbitrary process memory via crafted values for a Pixmap width and height.
How severe is CVE-2008-1379?
Severity scoring for CVE-2008-1379 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.39% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2008-1379?
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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