CVE-2010-0422: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2010-0422: gnome-screensaver 2.28.x before 2.28.3 does not properly synchronize the state of screen locking and the un...

gnome-screensaver 2.28.x before 2.28.3 does not properly synchronize the state of screen locking and the unlock dialog in situations involving a change to the number of monitors, which allows physically proximate attackers to bypass screen locking and access an unattended workstation by connecting and disconnecting monitors multiple times, a related issue to CVE-2010-0414.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 00:45 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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This flaw could let someone physically near an unattended GNOME workstation bypass the screen lock after monitor changes. It is not a remote attack. The main business risk is local data exposure on legacy Linux desktops where gnome-screensaver 2.28.x remains in use. Exposure is most likely on old GNOME Linux workstations running gnome-screensaver 2.28.x before 2.28.3, especially shared desks, labs, kiosks, or docked laptops. Modern distributions are less likely affected unless legacy packages remain deployed. Treat as a targeted legacy workstation risk, not an internet-facing emergency. Remediate during legacy desktop patching, faster for shared or public-access systems where screen lock bypass could expose sensitive sessions. Mitigation focus: Upgrade gnome-screensaver to 2.28.3 or the vendor-fixed package.; Apply relevant Fedora or distribution security updates where applicable.; Retire or isolate unsupported legacy GNOME desktops..

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

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Feb 24, 2010, 18:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=564464CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
https://bugzilla.gnome.org/show_bug.cgi?id=609789CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
gnome-screensaver-monitor-sec-bypass(56364)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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