CVE-2009-4642: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2009-4642: gnome-screensaver 2.26.1 relies on the gnome-session D-Bus interface to determine session idle time, even w...

gnome-screensaver 2.26.1 relies on the gnome-session D-Bus interface to determine session idle time, even when an Xfce desktop such as Xubuntu or Mythbuntu is used, which allows physically proximate attackers to access an unattended workstation on which screen locking had been intended.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedSep 17, 2024, 00:55 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

This issue can leave an intended screen lock ineffective on some Xfce desktop systems using gnome-screensaver 2.26.1. The business risk is local: someone physically near an unattended workstation may access the active session despite expectations that it locked. Exposure is most relevant to legacy Linux desktop fleets, especially Xfce-based systems using gnome-screensaver 2.26.1. The bundle does not provide CPEs, supported-version ranges, or a vendor-fixed version. Treat as moderate priority where users leave workstations unattended in accessible areas. It is less urgent for systems without physical access risk or for modern supported desktop images. Mitigation focus: Check vendor or distribution advisories for the applicable fixed package or configuration guidance.; Prioritize replacing unsupported legacy desktop builds with supported versions.; Verify screen locking works on Xfce sessions after idle timeout and manual lock..

Prepared: Jun 28, 2026, 03:36 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Feb 11, 2010, 21:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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https://launchpad.net/bugs/493573CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
https://bugzilla.gnome.org/show_bug.cgi?id=592093CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
https://launchpad.net/bugs/411350CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM

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