HIGH · 7.4

CVE-2026-93543

An out-of-bounds read in libXi's XI2 class parser in libXi before 1.8.4 could be used by malicious X servers to crash an attached X client.

Vulnerability Description

An out-of-bounds read in libXi's XI2 class parser in libXi before 1.8.4 could be used by malicious X servers to crash an attached X client.

CVSS Score

7.4

HIGH

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:N/I:N/A:H
Attack Vector
NETWORK
Attack Complexity
LOW
Privileges Required
NONE
User Interaction
REQUIRED
Scope
CHANGED
Confidentiality
NONE
Integrity
NONE
Availability
HIGH

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-93543?

CVE-2026-93543 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.4 (HIGH). An out-of-bounds read in libXi's XI2 class parser in libXi before 1.8.4 could be used by malicious X servers to crash an attached X client.

How severe is CVE-2026-93543?

CVE-2026-93543 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2026-93543?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.