Integer overflow in X.org Xwayland

CVE-2025-62231

A flaw was identified in the X.Org X server’s X Keyboard (Xkb) extension where improper bounds checking in the XkbSetCompatMap() function can cause an unsigned short overflow. If an attacker sends specially crafted input data, the value ca…

Vulnerability class: Integer Overflow

EPSS: 0.000 (2.9th percentile) — read the EPSS interpretation.

CVSS v3 metric

CVSS v3 base score 7.3 (High). Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:L/A:H.

Affected products

Weakness classification (CWE)

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2025-62231?
CVE-2025-62231 is a high-severity vulnerability in X.org Xwayland, classified under Integer Overflow or Wraparound. CVSS score: 7.3/10. Published 2025-10-30.
How severe is CVE-2025-62231?
High severity. CVSS v3 base score is 7.3 out of 10.