Vulnerability Description
Unity before 7.2.1, as used in Ubuntu 14.04, does not properly restrict access to the Dash when the lock screen is active, which allows physically proximate attackers to bypass the lock screen and execute arbitrary commands, as demonstrated by pressing the SUPER key before the screen auto-locks.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ayatana Project | Unity | <= 7.2.0 |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 14.04 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://ubuntu.com/usn/usn-2184-1Vendor Advisory
- 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/1308850Exploit
- http://ubuntu.com/usn/usn-2184-1Vendor Advisory
- 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/1308850Exploit
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-3203?
CVE-2014-3203 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.4 (MEDIUM). Unity before 7.2.1, as used in Ubuntu 14.04, does not properly restrict access to the Dash when the lock screen is active, which allows physically proximate attackers to bypass the lock screen and exe...
How severe is CVE-2014-3203?
CVE-2014-3203 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-2014-3203?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ayatana Project Unity, Canonical Ubuntu Linux.