Vulnerability Description
Unity before 7.2.1, as used in Ubuntu 14.04, does not properly handle keyboard shortcuts, which allows physically proximate attackers to bypass the lock screen and execute arbitrary commands, as demonstrated by right-clicking on the indicator bar and then pressing the ALT and F2 keys.
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
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/67117
- https://bugs.launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/unity/+bug/1313885Exploit
- 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
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/67117
- https://bugs.launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/unity/+bug/1313885Exploit
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-3204?
CVE-2014-3204 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 handle keyboard shortcuts, which allows physically proximate attackers to bypass the lock screen and execute arbitrary commands, as demon...
How severe is CVE-2014-3204?
CVE-2014-3204 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-2014-3204?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ayatana Project Unity, Canonical Ubuntu Linux.