CVE-2026-50263 Details
Description
A use-after-free flaw was found in the X.Org X server and Xwayland in CreateSaverWindow(). A client can trigger a use-after-free read after changing window attributes and forcing the screen saver, leading to information disclosure.
A use-after-free vulnerability has been identified in the X.Org X server and Xwayland, specifically within the CreateSaverWindow function. This flaw allows a client to trigger a use-after-free read by changing window attributes and activating the screen saver, which can lead to unauthorized information disclosure. The vulnerability affects all clients that can connect to the X server.
Users can upgrade to X.Org X server version 21.1.23 or Xwayland version 24.1.12, both of which include the necessary fix.
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CVSS 4.0 Severity and Vector Strings:
No CVSS 4.0 data is available for this CVE.
CVSS 3.x Severity and Vector Strings:
No data available for CVSS Version 2.0 on this CVE.
CISA-ADP
Assessed Jun 8, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-416 | Use After Free | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| x.org x server | < 21.1.23 |
CPE
Remediation
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| x.org xwayland | < 24.1.12 |
CPE
Remediation
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| redhat enterprise linux | 7.0 8.0 9.0 10.0 |
CPE
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Change History
23 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 5, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jul 27, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jul 27, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jul 27, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jul 27, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jul 13, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jul 13, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jul 8, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jul 8, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jul 8, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jul 7, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jul 7, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jun 25, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jun 24, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jun 22, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jun 18, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Jun 11, 2026 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |
| Jun 5, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |