CVE-2007-5199: Buffer Overflow
Published Aug 18, 2017
·Updated
A single byte overflow in catalogue.c in X.Org libXfont 1.3.1 allows remote attackers to have unspecified impact.
Affected Software
1 affected component
X libXfont=1.3.1
Event History
Aug 18, 2017
CVE Published
08:29 PM
Aug 19, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2007-5199?
CVE-2007-5199 has a moderate severity rating due to its potential for remote exploitation.
2
How do I fix CVE-2007-5199?
To fix CVE-2007-5199, upgrade to a patched version of X.Org libXfont beyond version 1.3.1.
3
What versions of libXfont are affected by CVE-2007-5199?
CVE-2007-5199 affects X.Org libXfont version 1.3.1.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2007-5199?
CVE-2007-5199 is characterized as a single byte overflow.
5
Can CVE-2007-5199 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2007-5199 allows remote attackers to exploit the vulnerability.