CVE-2008-1944
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CVE-2008-1944 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Buffer overflow in the backend framebuffer of XenSource Xen Para-Virtualized Framebuffer (PVFB) Message 3.0 through 3.0.3 allows local users to cause a denial of service (SDL crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via "bogus screen updates," related to missing validation of the "format of messages.". EPSS estimates a 0.47% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Buffer overflow in the backend framebuffer of XenSource Xen Para-Virtualized Framebuffer (PVFB) Message 3.0 through 3.0.3 allows local users to cause a denial of service (SDL crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via "bogus screen updates," related to missing validation of the "format of messages."
Metrics
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Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Xensource | Xen | 3.0 |
| Xensource | Xen | 3.0.3 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29963Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29963Vendor Advisory
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- Status
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