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CVE-2004-2655

UnknownEPSS 2.29%

Last modified

CVE-2004-2655 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. rdesktop 1.3.1 with xscreensaver 4.14, and possibly other versions, when running on Fedora and possibly other platforms, does not release the keyboard focus when xscreensaver starts, which causes the password to be entered into the active window when the user unlocks the screen.. EPSS estimates a 2.29% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

rdesktop 1.3.1 with xscreensaver 4.14, and possibly other versions, when running on Fedora and possibly other platforms, does not release the keyboard focus when xscreensaver starts, which causes the password to be entered into the active window when the user unlocks the screen.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
2.29%

81.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
XscreensaverXscreensaver4.14
XscreensaverXscreensaver4.16
XscreensaverXscreensaver4.17

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2004-2655?
rdesktop 1.3.1 with xscreensaver 4.14, and possibly other versions, when running on Fedora and possibly other platforms, does not release the keyboard focus when xscreensaver starts, which causes the password to be entered into the active window when the user unlocks the screen.
How severe is CVE-2004-2655?
Severity scoring for CVE-2004-2655 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.29% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2004-2655?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST