SB2024061183 - Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8 update for tigervnc



SB2024061183 - Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8 update for tigervnc

Published: June 11, 2024

Security Bulletin ID SB2024061183
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Local access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Use-after-free (CVE-ID: CVE-2023-5380)

The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges on the system.

The vulnerability exists due to a use-after-free error in DestroyWindow. A local user can trigger a use-after-free error and execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.