[ GLSA 201507-07 ] LibVNCServer

[GLSA]

Gentoo Linux Security Advisory

Title: LibVNCServer: Multiple vulnerabilities (GLSA 201507-07)
Severity: normal
Exploitable: remote
Date: July 07, 2015
Bug(s): #523590
ID: 201507-07

Synopsis

Multiple vulnerabilities have been found in LibVNCServer, the worst
of which could result in execution of arbitrary code or Denial of Service.


Background

LibVNCServer is a cross-platform C library that allows you to easily
implement VNC server functionality in your program.


Affected Packages

Package: net-libs/libvncserver
Vulnerable: < 0.9.10-r1
Unaffected: >= 0.9.10-r1
Architectures: All supported architectures


Description

Multiple vulnerabilities have been discovered in LibVNCServer. Please
review the CVE identifiers referenced below for details.


Impact

A remote attacker may be able to execute arbitrary code with the
privileges of the process or cause a Denial of Service condition.


Workaround

There is no known workaround at this time.

Resolution

All LibVNCServer users should upgrade to the latest version: