X.Org X server code execution | CVE-2024-31083

NAME
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X.Org X server code execution

Platforms Affected:
X.Org X Server 21.1
X.Org Xwayland 23.2

Risk Level:
7.8

Exploitability:
Unproven

Consequences:
Gain Access

DESCRIPTION
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X.Org X server could allow a local authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code on the system, caused by a use-after-free in the ProcRenderAddGlyphs() function. By sending a specially crafted request, an attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code on the system.

CVSS 3.0 Information
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Privileges Required:
Low

User Interaction:
None

Scope:
Unchanged

Access Vector:
Local


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