Integer overflow in X.org X Server

CVE-2021-3472

A flaw was found in xorg-x11-server in versions before 1.20.11. An integer underflow can occur in xserver which can lead to a local privilege escalation. The highest threat from this vulnerability is to data confidentiality and integrity as well as system availability.

EPSS: 0.011 (60.8th percentile) — read the EPSS interpretation.

CVSS v3 metric

CVSS v3 base score 7.8 (High). Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H.

Affected products

Weakness classification (CWE)

References

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2021-3472?
CVE-2021-3472 is a high-severity vulnerability in X.org X Server, classified under Integer Underflow. CVSS score: 7.8/10. Published 2021-04-26.
How severe is CVE-2021-3472?
High severity. CVSS v3 base score is 7.8 out of 10.