CVE-2007-4569
UnknownEPSS 1.01%
Last modified
CVE-2007-4569 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. backend/session.c in KDM in KDE 3.3.0 through 3.5.7, when autologin is configured and "shutdown with password" is enabled, allows remote attackers to bypass the password requirement and login to arbitrary accounts via unspecified vectors.. EPSS estimates a 1.01% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
backend/session.c in KDM in KDE 3.3.0 through 3.5.7, when autologin is configured and "shutdown with password" is enabled, allows remote attackers to bypass the password requirement and login to arbitrary accounts via unspecified vectors.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Kde | Kde | 3.3 |
| Kde | Kde | 3.3.0 |
| Kde | Kde | 3.3.1 |
| Kde | Kde | 3.3.2 |
| Kde | Kde | 3.4 |
| Kde | Kde | 3.4.0 |
| Kde | Kde | 3.4.1 |
| Kde | Kde | 3.4.2 |
| Kde | Kde | 3.4.3 |
| Kde | Kde | 3.5 |
| Kde | Kde | 3.5.0 |
| Kde | Kde | 3.5.1 |
| Kde | Kde | 3.5.2 |
| Kde | Kde | 3.5.3 |
| Kde | Kde | 3.5.4 |
| Kde | Kde | 3.5.5 |
| Kde | Kde | 3.5.6 |
| Kde | Kde | 3.5.7 |
References
- http://www.kde.org/info/security/advisory-20070919-1.txtPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.kde.org/info/security/advisory-20070919-1.txtPatch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2007-4569?
backend/session.c in KDM in KDE 3.3.0 through 3.5.7, when autologin is configured and "shutdown with password" is enabled, allows remote attackers to bypass the password requirement and login to arbitrary accounts via unspecified vectors.
How severe is CVE-2007-4569?
Severity scoring for CVE-2007-4569 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.01% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2007-4569?
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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