CVE-2012-0064
UnknownEPSS 0.39%
Last modified
CVE-2012-0064 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. xkeyboard-config before 2.5 in X.Org before 7.6 enables certain XKB debugging functions by default, which allows physically proximate attackers to bypass an X screen lock via keyboard combinations that break the input grab.. EPSS estimates a 0.39% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
xkeyboard-config before 2.5 in X.Org before 7.6 enables certain XKB debugging functions by default, which allows physically proximate attackers to bypass an X screen lock via keyboard combinations that break the input grab.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| X | X.Org X11 | <= 7.5 | Rc1 |
| X | X.Org X11 | 1.0 | — |
| X | X.Org X11 | 3.0 | — |
| X | X.Org X11 | 4.0 | — |
| X | X.Org X11 | 5.0 | — |
| X | X.Org X11 | 6.0 | — |
| X | X.Org X11 | 6.1 | — |
| X | X.Org X11 | 6.3 | — |
| X | X.Org X11 | 6.4 | — |
| X | X.Org X11 | 6.5.1 | — |
| X | X.Org X11 | 6.6 | — |
| X | X.Org X11 | 6.7 | — |
| X | X.Org X11 | 6.8 | — |
| X | X.Org X11 | 6.8.1 | — |
| X | X.Org X11 | 6.8.2 | — |
| X | X.Org X11 | 6.9.0 | — |
| X | X.Org X11 | 7.0 | — |
| X | X.Org X11 | 7.1 | — |
| X | X.Org X11 | 7.2 | — |
| X | X.Org X11 | 7.3 | — |
| X | X.Org X11 | 7.4 | — |
| X | X.Org X11 | 7.5 | — |
| Xkeyboard Config Project | Xkeyboard-Config | <= 2.4 | — |
| Xkeyboard Config Project | Xkeyboard-Config | 2.0 | — |
| Xkeyboard Config Project | Xkeyboard-Config | 2.1 | — |
| Xkeyboard Config Project | Xkeyboard-Config | 2.2 | — |
| Xkeyboard Config Project | Xkeyboard-Config | 2.3 | — |
References
- http://www.x.org/wiki/Development/Security/Vendor Advisory
- http://www.x.org/wiki/Development/Security/Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2012-0064?
xkeyboard-config before 2.5 in X.Org before 7.6 enables certain XKB debugging functions by default, which allows physically proximate attackers to bypass an X screen lock via keyboard combinations that break the input grab.
How severe is CVE-2012-0064?
Severity scoring for CVE-2012-0064 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.39% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2012-0064?
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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