CVE-2013-1990: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2013-1990: Multiple integer overflows in X.org libXvMC 1.0.7 and earlier allow X servers to trigger allocation of insu...

Multiple integer overflows in X.org libXvMC 1.0.7 and earlier allow X servers to trigger allocation of insufficient memory and a buffer overflow via vectors related to the (1) XvMCListSurfaceTypes and (2) XvMCListSubpictureTypes functions.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 6, 2024, 15:20 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2013-1990 is an old X.Org client-library memory-safety issue. A malicious or compromised X server could cause vulnerable libXvMC clients to allocate too little memory and overflow a buffer. Business urgency depends on whether legacy X.Org client packages remain in use. Exposure is most likely on legacy Linux or Unix systems with X.Org libXvMC 1.0.7 or earlier. Systems that connect X clients to untrusted, remote, or compromised X servers have higher practical risk. Modern patched distributions are less likely exposed. Prioritize as a legacy exposure cleanup item unless vulnerable X.Org clients still connect to untrusted X servers. Patch through normal OS maintenance, and escalate unsupported systems because no safe long-term workaround is established in the bundle. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems for X.Org libXvMC 1.0.7 or earlier.; Apply relevant vendor updates from supported Linux distribution channels.; Review X.Org and distribution advisories for fixed package versions..

Prepared: Jun 14, 2026, 22:07 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jun 15, 2013, 19:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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