CVE-2014-0979: The start_authentication function in lightdm-gtk-greeter.c in LightDM GTK+ Greeter before 1.7.1 does not pr...

Security readout for executives and security teams

This is a local denial-of-service issue in LightDM GTK+ Greeter before 1.7.1. A local user could trigger a crash by submitting an empty username at authentication. The sources do not indicate remote compromise, privilege escalation, data theft, or active exploitation. Exposure is most likely on Linux desktops or kiosks using LightDM GTK+ Greeter versions before 1.7.1, especially systems where untrusted local users can reach the login screen. Treat as low business urgency unless affected systems are shared, public-facing, or operationally critical. The main risk is local disruption, not data compromise. Mitigation focus: Upgrade LightDM GTK+ Greeter to 1.7.1 or a vendor-fixed package.; Apply relevant Fedora or openSUSE security updates where applicable.; Prioritize shared workstations, kiosks, labs, and exposed console systems..

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Jun 14, 2026, 14:50 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Generated from the cited source records. This long-tail analysis has not been individually reviewed by a named human.