CVE-2015-0856
UnknownEPSS 0.41%
Last modified
CVE-2015-0856 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. daemon/Greeter.cpp in sddm before 0.13.0 does not properly disable the KDE crash handler, which allows local users to gain privileges by crashing a greeter when using certain themes, as demonstrated by the plasma-workspace breeze theme.. EPSS estimates a 0.41% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
daemon/Greeter.cpp in sddm before 0.13.0 does not properly disable the KDE crash handler, which allows local users to gain privileges by crashing a greeter when using certain themes, as demonstrated by the plasma-workspace breeze theme.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Fedoraproject | Fedora | 22 |
| Sddm Project | Sddm | <= 0.12.0 |
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2015/10/14/2Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/77099Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2015/10/14/2Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/77099Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2015-0856?
daemon/Greeter.cpp in sddm before 0.13.0 does not properly disable the KDE crash handler, which allows local users to gain privileges by crashing a greeter when using certain themes, as demonstrated by the plasma-workspace breeze theme.
How severe is CVE-2015-0856?
Severity scoring for CVE-2015-0856 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.41% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2015-0856?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2015-0856?
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