CVE-2006-0061
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 1.82%
Last modified
CVE-2006-0061 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. xlockmore 5.13 and 5.22 segfaults when using libpam-opensc and returns the underlying xsession. This allows unauthorized users access to the X session.. EPSS estimates a 1.82% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
xlockmore 5.13 and 5.22 segfaults when using libpam-opensc and returns the underlying xsession. This allows unauthorized users access to the X session.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Sillycycle | Xlockmore | 5.13 |
| Sillycycle | Xlockmore | 5.22 |
References
- https://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=318123Exploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=399003Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2006-0061Third Party Advisory
- https://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=318123Exploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=399003Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2006-0061Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2006-0061?
xlockmore 5.13 and 5.22 segfaults when using libpam-opensc and returns the underlying xsession. This allows unauthorized users access to the X session.
How severe is CVE-2006-0061?
CVE-2006-0061 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.82% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2006-0061?
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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