Packages
- xorg - X.Org X Window System
Details
It was discovered that the X wrapper incorrectly checked certain console
permissions when launched by unprivileged users. An attacker connected
remotely could use this flaw to start X, bypassing the console permissions
check.
It was discovered that the X wrapper incorrectly checked certain console
permissions when launched by unprivileged users. An attacker connected
remotely could use this flaw to start X, bypassing the console permissions
check.
Update instructions
In general, a standard system update will make all the necessary changes.
Learn more about how to get the fixes.The problem can be corrected by updating your system to the following package versions:
| Ubuntu Release | Package Version | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 11.10 oneiric | xserver-xorg – 1:7.6+7ubuntu7.1 | ||
| 11.04 natty | xserver-xorg – 1:7.6+4ubuntu3.2 | ||
| 10.10 maverick | xserver-xorg – 1:7.5+6ubuntu3.1 | ||
| 10.04 lucid | xserver-xorg – 1:7.5+5ubuntu1.1 | ||
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