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CVE-2015-0255

UnknownEPSS 4.50%

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CVE-2015-0255 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. X.Org Server (aka xserver and xorg-server) before 1.16.3 and 1.17.x before 1.17.1 allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information from process memory or cause a denial of service (crash) via a crafted string length value in a XkbSetGeometry request.. EPSS estimates a 4.50% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

X.Org Server (aka xserver and xorg-server) before 1.16.3 and 1.17.x before 1.17.1 allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information from process memory or cause a denial of service (crash) via a crafted string length value in a XkbSetGeometry request.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
4.50%

90.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
X.OrgX Server<= 1.16.3
X.OrgX Server1.17.0
OpensuseOpensuse13.1
OpensuseOpensuse13.2

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2015-0255?
X.Org Server (aka xserver and xorg-server) before 1.16.3 and 1.17.x before 1.17.1 allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information from process memory or cause a denial of service (crash) via a crafted string length value in a XkbSetGeometry request.
How severe is CVE-2015-0255?
Severity scoring for CVE-2015-0255 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 4.50% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2015-0255?
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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Source: NVD / NIST