CVE-2015-8316
UnknownEPSS 1.75%
Last modified
CVE-2015-8316 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Array index error in LightDM (aka Light Display Manager) 1.14.3, 1.16.x before 1.16.6 when the XDMCP server is enabled allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (process crash) via an XDMCP request packet with no address.. EPSS estimates a 1.75% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Array index error in LightDM (aka Light Display Manager) 1.14.3, 1.16.x before 1.16.6 when the XDMCP server is enabled allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (process crash) via an XDMCP request packet with no address.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Lightdm Project | Lightdm | 1.14.3 |
| Lightdm Project | Lightdm | 1.16 |
| Lightdm Project | Lightdm | 1.16.1 |
| Lightdm Project | Lightdm | 1.16.2 |
| Lightdm Project | Lightdm | 1.16.3 |
| Lightdm Project | Lightdm | 1.16.4 |
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2015/11/22/1Mailing List, VDB Entry
- https://bugs.launchpad.net/lightdm/+bug/1516831Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1284574Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2015/11/22/1Mailing List, VDB Entry
- https://bugs.launchpad.net/lightdm/+bug/1516831Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1284574Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2015-8316?
Array index error in LightDM (aka Light Display Manager) 1.14.3, 1.16.x before 1.16.6 when the XDMCP server is enabled allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (process crash) via an XDMCP request packet with no address.
How severe is CVE-2015-8316?
Severity scoring for CVE-2015-8316 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.75% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2015-8316?
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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