Vulnerability Description
gnome-screensaver 2.14.3, 2.22.2, 2.27.x, 2.28.0, and 2.28.3, when the X configuration enables the extend screen option, allows physically proximate attackers to bypass screen locking, access an unattended workstation, and view half of the GNOME desktop by attaching an external monitor.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gnome | Screensaver | 2.14.3 |
References
- http://git.gnome.org/browse/gnome-screensaver/commit/?id=2f597ea9f1f363277fd4dfc
- http://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2010-0285
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2011:093
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/38254
- https://bugzilla.gnome.org/show_bug.cgi?id=593616
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=557525
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/56366
- http://git.gnome.org/browse/gnome-screensaver/commit/?id=2f597ea9f1f363277fd4dfc
- http://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2010-0285
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2011:093
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/38254
- https://bugzilla.gnome.org/show_bug.cgi?id=593616
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=557525
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/56366
FAQ
What is CVE-2010-0285?
CVE-2010-0285 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.6 (MEDIUM). gnome-screensaver 2.14.3, 2.22.2, 2.27.x, 2.28.0, and 2.28.3, when the X configuration enables the extend screen option, allows physically proximate attackers to bypass screen locking, access an unatt...
How severe is CVE-2010-0285?
CVE-2010-0285 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2010-0285?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Gnome Screensaver.