CVE-2008-6514: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2008-6514: The Expo plugin in Compiz Fusion 0.7.8 allows local users with physical access to drag the screen saver asi...

The Expo plugin in Compiz Fusion 0.7.8 allows local users with physical access to drag the screen saver aside and access the locked desktop by using Expo mouse shortcuts, a related issue to CVE-2007-3920.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 11:34 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

This is a lock-screen bypass in the Expo plugin for Compiz Fusion 0.7.8. A person with local physical access could move the screensaver aside and reach the locked desktop. The business risk is mainly unattended Linux workstations using this legacy desktop stack. Exposure is most likely limited to older Linux desktop systems running Compiz Fusion 0.7.8 with the Expo plugin enabled and screen locking relied on for session protection. Treat as a targeted workstation exposure, not an internet-scale emergency. Patch or retire affected legacy desktops, especially where physical access by non-administrators is plausible. Mitigation focus: Inventory desktops for Compiz Fusion 0.7.8 and Expo plugin usage.; Apply distribution or vendor updates referenced by Fedora, Ubuntu, GNOME, or Compiz guidance.; If updates are unavailable, seek vendor guidance before changing lock-screen or plugin behavior..

Prepared: Jun 28, 2026, 11:04 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Mar 24, 2009, 14:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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FEDORA-2009-3003CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_FEDORA
FEDORA-2009-2986CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_FEDORA
https://bugs.launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/compiz-fusion-plugins-main/+bug/247088CVE reference · x_refsource_MISC
compizfusion-expo-security-bypass(47172)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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