CVE-2010-0422

Name: CVE-2010-0422
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2010-02-24T18:30:00.467+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.36%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2010-0422 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. 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.. EPSS estimates a 0.36% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

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.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.36%

27.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Gnome	Screensaver	2.28.0
Gnome	Screensaver	2.28.1
Gnome	Screensaver	2.28.2

References

Timeline

Published: Feb 24, 2010
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2010-0422?

How severe is CVE-2010-0422?

Severity scoring for CVE-2010-0422 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.36% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2010-0422?

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Source: NVD / NIST