CVE-2026-94285
MEDIUMCVSS 5.1/10
Last modified
CVE-2026-94285 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.1/10 on the CVSS scale. An out-of-bounds read in libX11's byte-oriented codeset parser in libX11 before 1.8.14 could be used by malicious X servers to crash attached X clients..
Description
An out-of-bounds read in libX11's byte-oriented codeset parser in libX11 before 1.8.14 could be used by malicious X servers to crash attached X clients.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| x.org | libX11 | < 1.8.14 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Received
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-94285?
An out-of-bounds read in libX11's byte-oriented codeset parser in libX11 before 1.8.14 could be used by malicious X servers to crash attached X clients.
How severe is CVE-2026-94285?
CVE-2026-94285 has a CVSS score of 5.1/10 (MEDIUM severity).
How do I fix CVE-2026-94285?
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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