CVE-2012-4524: Input Validation
Published Nov 21, 2019
·Updated
xlockmore before 5.43 'dclock' security bypass vulnerability
Affected Software
5 affected components
debian/xlockmore
Sillycycle Xlockmore<5.43
Fedoraproject Fedora=16
Fedoraproject Fedora=17
Fedoraproject Fedora=18
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Nov 21, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:11 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:11 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Aug 6, 2024
Data Sourced
via Debian·08:51 PM
DescriptionAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2012-4524?
CVE-2012-4524 is classified as a security bypass vulnerability, which can be considered high severity due to its potential to allow unauthorized access.
2
How do I fix CVE-2012-4524?
To fix CVE-2012-4524, upgrade to version 5.43 or later of xlockmore that resolves this vulnerability.
3
Which versions of xlockmore are affected by CVE-2012-4524?
Versions of xlockmore prior to 5.43 are affected by CVE-2012-4524.
4
On which platforms is CVE-2012-4524 relevant?
CVE-2012-4524 is relevant on Debian and Fedora platforms, specifically versions less than 5.43 of xlockmore.
5
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2012-4524?
CVE-2012-4524 is a security bypass vulnerability that allows attackers to circumvent security mechanisms.