Description
Buffer overflow in Xi Graphics Accelerated-X server allows local users to gain root access via a long display or query parameter.
Public exploits
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Exploit-DB 1
- Xi Graphics Accelerated X 4.0.x/5.0 - Local Buffer Overflow EDB-19370 · local · Jun 25, 1999 · verified
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References
- 488 vdb-entry