CVE-2006-1335: Low severity Gnome screensaver vulnerability
gnome screensaver before 2.14, when running on an X server with AllowDeactivateGrabs and AllowClosedownGrabs enabled, allows attackers with physical access to cause the screensaver to crash and access the session via the Ctl+Alt+Keypad-Multiply keyboard sequence, which removes the grab from gnome.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-1335?
CVE-2006-1335 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability due to its requirement for physical access to the machine.
How do I fix CVE-2006-1335?
To fix CVE-2006-1335, upgrade to GNOME screensaver version 2.14 or higher.
What systems are affected by CVE-2006-1335?
CVE-2006-1335 affects GNOME screensaver versions before 2.14.
Can CVE-2006-1335 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2006-1335 cannot be exploited remotely as it requires physical access to the affected machine.
What is the nature of the vulnerability in CVE-2006-1335?
CVE-2006-1335 allows an attacker with physical access to crash the screensaver and access the session.