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by:
The Dark Raver of CPNE
7.2
CVSS
HIGH
Buffer Overflow
119
CWE
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Affected Version To: N/A
Patch Exists: YES
Related CWE: N/A
CPE: N/A
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Platforms Tested: SCO OpenServer 5.0.4
1999
Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in Shared X Library
A buffer overflow vulnerability in the shared X library may allows local users to obtain higher privileges. Any setuid applications linked against the library are possibly vulnerable. The vulnerability is in the handling of the '-bg' command line parameter. Setuid root applications known to be vulnerable inclue xload, xmcd, xterm, and scoterm. Setuid bin applications known to be vulnerable include scosession. An exploit code is provided which can be used to gain root access.
Mitigation:
Upgrade to the latest version of the library and applications linked against it.