Vulnerability Description
The LockServer function in os/utils.c in X.Org xserver before 1.11.2 allows local users to change the permissions of arbitrary files to 444, read those files, and possibly cause a denial of service (removed execution permission) via a symlink attack on a temporary lock file.
CVSS Score
LOW
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| X.Org | X Server | <= 1.11.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://cgit.freedesktop.org/xorg/xserver/commit/?id=b67581cf825940fdf52bf2e0af43Patch
- http://lists.freedesktop.org/archives/xorg/2011-October/053680.html
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2012-0939.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/46460Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/49579Vendor Advisory
- http://cgit.freedesktop.org/xorg/xserver/commit/?id=b67581cf825940fdf52bf2e0af43Patch
- http://lists.freedesktop.org/archives/xorg/2011-October/053680.html
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2012-0939.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/46460Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/49579Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2011-4029?
CVE-2011-4029 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 1.9 (LOW). The LockServer function in os/utils.c in X.Org xserver before 1.11.2 allows local users to change the permissions of arbitrary files to 444, read those files, and possibly cause a denial of service (r...
How severe is CVE-2011-4029?
CVE-2011-4029 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 1.9/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2011-4029?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: X.Org X Server.