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CVE-2026-93524

X.Org Server XKB SetMap Key Width/Action Count Desync Out-Of-Bounds Read

CVSS score

6.9

EPSS probability

—

Risk score

0.7

Published

1 h ago

Official patch verified

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Vulnerability description

DayBreach AI Explanation

Verified against sources

CVE-2026-93524: X.Org Server and XWayland Out-Of-Bounds Read Vulnerability

Sources read

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Evidence confidence

%55

Short explanation

CVE-2026-93524 is an out-of-bounds read vulnerability affecting CheckKeySyms() in X.Org X Server and XWayland [S0]. Authenticated X clients can use this flaw to leak small amounts of information from X server memory or potentially crash the X server [S0].

Why does it matter?

This security flaw allows authenticated local users to leak sensitive memory data or cause service disruption by crashing the X server [S0].

What should be done?

  • Review the provided patch references [S0].
  • Follow vendor security advisories [S0].
Chain of evidence and sources2 verified claims

CVE-2026-93524, X.Org Server 21.1.25 ve XWayland 24.1.14 öncesi sürümleri etkileyen bir sınır dışı okuma zafiyetidir [S0].

Zafiyet, kimliği doğrulanmış istemcilerin bellek sızdırmasına veya X sunucusunu çöktürmesine olanak tanır [S0].

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A buffer overread in CheckKeySyms() in X.Org X Server before 21.1.25 and XWayland before 24.1.14 could be used by authenticated X clients to leak small amounts of information from X server memory or potentially crash the X server.

CVSS vector: CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:L/VI:N/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N

CWE: CWE-126

This explanation was compiled automatically from the source records. Scores, active exploitation, patch and exploit status come straight from the sources.

IMPACT: Affected Products and Software

Affected Products

The following products are affected by CVE-2026-93524 vulnerability. Where our threat engine knows the exact affected versions, they are listed below.

IDVENDORPRODUCTACTION
1x.orgxorg-x11-server View
2x.orgxwayland View
Total affected vendors: 1|Products: 2

RED HAT CSAF/VEX: Product Impact Check

Red Hat has not yet published a CSAF/VEX impact record for this CVE. This does not mean “not affected”.

SCORING: CVSS from Multiple Sources

CVSS Scores

The Common Vulnerability Scoring System is a standardised framework for assessing the severity of vulnerabilities in software and systems. We collect and display CVSS scores from several sources for each CVE.

SCOREVERSIONSEVERITYVECTORSOURCE
6.9CVSS V40MEDIUMCVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:L/VI:N/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:X/CR:X/IR:X/AR:X/MAV:X/MAC:X/MAT:X/MPR:X/MUI:X/MVC:X/MVI:X/MVA:X/MSC:X/MSI:X/MSA:X/S:X/AU:X/R:X/V:X/RE:X/U:XNVD
6.9CVSS V4_0MEDIUMCVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:L/VI:N/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:NCVE CNA

Patch and Remediation Guide

Solution & Remediation Advisory

Patch verified

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CNA çözüm referansı

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Confirm the affected product and version against the source evidence above.
Restrict access to internet-facing services and apply network segmentation.
Apply the official update named in the evidence only to the matching product and version.
Monitor server logs and network endpoints for signs of anomalous execution.

Public exploit and active exploitation status

Verified exploit intelligence

No verified public PoC, exploit repository or Metasploit module has been found for this CVE yet.

Weakness Classification and Attack Patterns (CWE & CAPEC)

CWE - Common Weakness Enumeration

While CVE identifies specific instances of vulnerabilities, CWE categorises the common flaws or weaknesses that can lead to vulnerabilities. CVE-2026-93524 is associated with the following CWEs:

Common Attack Pattern Enumeration and Classification (CAPEC)

Common Attack Pattern Enumeration and Classification (CAPEC) stores attack patterns, which are descriptions of the common attributes and approaches employed by adversaries to exploit the CVE-2026-93524 weaknesses.

Attack Vector and Accessibility

ExposureYerel erişim
PermissionsLow
UserGerekmiyor

Official Sources and Advisories

CVSS Vector Radar Chart

6.9 / 10
Attack VectorLocalComplexityLowPrivilegesLowUser Interact.NoneConfidentialityLowIntegrityNoneAvailabilityHigh

Vulnerability Scoring Details

CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:L/VI:N/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N
Attack VectorLocal
Attack ComplexityLow
Privileges RequiredLow privileges
User InteractionNone required
Confidentiality (Gizlilik)Low
Integrity (Bütünlük)None
Availability (Erişilebilirlik)High

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