CVE-2007-5958

CVE-2007-5958 is a medium-severity vulnerability in X.org Xserver with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-200.

Key facts

Description

X.Org Xserver before 1.4.1 allows local users to determine the existence of arbitrary files via a filename argument in the -sp option to the X program, which produces different error messages depending on whether the filename exists.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2007-5958?
X.Org Xserver before 1.4.1 allows local users to determine the existence of arbitrary files via a filename argument in the -sp option to the X program, which produces different error messages depending on whether the filename exists.
How severe is CVE-2007-5958?
CVE-2007-5958 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2007-5958 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 5% (92nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2007-5958?
CVE-2007-5958 affects X.org Xserver. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2007-5958?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2007-5958 published?
CVE-2007-5958 was published on 2008-01-18 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

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