X.Org X Server privilege escalation | CVE-2023-5574
NAME
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X.Org X Server privilege escalation
Platforms Affected:
X.Org X Server 1.13.0
Risk Level:
7
Exploitability:
Unproven
Consequences:
Gain Privileges
DESCRIPTION
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X.Org X Server could allow a local attacker to gain elevated privileges on the system, caused by a use-after-free flaw during shutdown or reset of the Xvfb server. By sending a specially crafted request, an attacker could exploit this vulnerability to gain elevated privileges or cause a denial of service condition.
CVSS 3.0 Information
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Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged
Access Vector:
Local
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