CVE-2026-34002
Xorg: xwayland: x.org x server: information disclosure or denial of service via out-of-bounds read in xkb modifier map handling
Description
A flaw was found in the X.Org X server. This vulnerability, an out-of-bounds read, affects the XKB (X Keyboard Extension) modifier map handling. An attacker with access to the X11 server can exploit this by sending a malformed request, which causes the server to read beyond its intended memory boundaries. This can lead to the exposure of sensitive information or cause the server to crash, resulting in a denial of service.
INFO
Published Date :
May 5, 2026, 4:16 p.m.
Last Modified :
May 5, 2026, 4:16 p.m.
Remotely Exploit :
No
Source :
[email protected]
Affected Products
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CVSS Scores
| Score | Version | Severity | Vector | Exploitability Score | Impact Score | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CVSS 3.1 | MEDIUM | 53f830b8-0a3f-465b-8143-3b8a9948e749 | ||||
| CVSS 3.1 | MEDIUM | [email protected] |
Solution
- Update the X.Org X server.
- Apply patches for XKB modifier map handling.
- Restart the X11 server.
- Monitor server stability.
References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
Here, you will find a curated list of external links that provide in-depth
information, practical solutions, and valuable tools related to
CVE-2026-34002.
| URL | Resource |
|---|---|
| https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2026-34002 | |
| https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=2451112 |
CWE - Common Weakness Enumeration
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New CVE Received by [email protected]
May. 05, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Description A flaw was found in the X.Org X server. This vulnerability, an out-of-bounds read, affects the XKB (X Keyboard Extension) modifier map handling. An attacker with access to the X11 server can exploit this by sending a malformed request, which causes the server to read beyond its intended memory boundaries. This can lead to the exposure of sensitive information or cause the server to crash, resulting in a denial of service. Added CVSS V3.1 AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:L Added CWE CWE-805 Added Reference https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2026-34002 Added Reference https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=2451112