CVE-2016-2312
UnknownEPSS 0.44%
Last modified
CVE-2016-2312 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Turning all screens off in Plasma-workspace and kscreenlocker while the lock screen is shown can result in the screen being unlocked when turning a screen on again.. EPSS estimates a 0.44% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Turning all screens off in Plasma-workspace and kscreenlocker while the lock screen is shown can result in the screen being unlocked when turning a screen on again.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Kde | Kscreenlocker | <= 5.5.4 |
| Kde | Plasma-Workspace | <= 5.4.3 |
| Fedoraproject | Fedora | 22 |
| Fedoraproject | Fedora | 23 |
| Opensuse | Leap | 42.1 |
References
- https://bugs.kde.org/show_bug.cgi?id=358125Vendor Advisory
- https://bugzilla.opensuse.org/show_bug.cgi?id=964548Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.kde.org/info/security/advisory-20160209-1.txtVendor Advisory
- https://bugs.kde.org/show_bug.cgi?id=358125Vendor Advisory
- https://bugzilla.opensuse.org/show_bug.cgi?id=964548Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.kde.org/info/security/advisory-20160209-1.txtVendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-2312?
Turning all screens off in Plasma-workspace and kscreenlocker while the lock screen is shown can result in the screen being unlocked when turning a screen on again.
How severe is CVE-2016-2312?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-2312 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.44% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-2312?
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-2016-2312?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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