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The vulnerability of the set_sixel function in the graphics_sixel.c component of the XTerm terminal emulator allows a hacker to cause a system failure.

🗓️ 17 May 2023 00:00:00Reported by FSTEC of Russia — Information Security Threat DatabaseType 
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Set_sixel vulnerability in XTerm copies buffers without validation, enabling attackers to disrupt service.

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19 Nov 2025 00:00Current
5.9Medium risk
Vulners AI Score5.9
CVSS 35.3
CVSS 25.4
EPSS0.0168
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