Vulnerability Description
Unity before 7.2.1 does not properly handle entry activation, which allows physically proximate attackers to bypass the lock screen by holding the ENTER key, which triggers the process to crash.
CVSS Score
4.4
MEDIUM
AV:L/AC:M/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ayatana Project | Unity | <= 7.2.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/04/26/1
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/04/26/2
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/04/29/2
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/05/03/1
- https://bugs.launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/unity/+bug/1308572
- https://bugs.launchpad.net/unity/+bug/1308750Exploit
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/04/26/1
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/04/26/2
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/04/29/2
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/05/03/1
- https://bugs.launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/unity/+bug/1308572
- https://bugs.launchpad.net/unity/+bug/1308750Exploit
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-3202?
CVE-2014-3202 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.4 (MEDIUM). Unity before 7.2.1 does not properly handle entry activation, which allows physically proximate attackers to bypass the lock screen by holding the ENTER key, which triggers the process to crash.
How severe is CVE-2014-3202?
CVE-2014-3202 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2014-3202?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ayatana Project Unity.