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zdiJan-Niklas SohnZDI-20-934
HistoryAug 04, 2020 - 12:00 a.m.

X.Org Server Pixel Data Uninitialized Memory Information Disclosure Vulnerability

2020-08-0400:00:00
Jan-Niklas Sohn
www.zerodayinitiative.com
17

0.0005 Low

EPSS

Percentile

18.1%

This vulnerability allows local attackers to disclose sensitive information on affected installations of X.Org Server. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the processing of pixel data. The issue results from the lack of proper initialization of memory prior to accessing it. An attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to escalate privileges and execute code in the context of root.