CVE-2012-4524: Input Validation
First published: Thu Nov 21 2019(Updated: )
xlockmore before 5.43 'dclock' security bypass vulnerability
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| debian/xlockmore | ||
| Xlockmore | <5.43 | |
| Fedora | =16 | |
| Fedora | =17 | |
| Fedora | =18 |
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Reference Links
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2012-4524
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2012-November/091108.html
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2012-November/091150.html
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2012-November/091709.html
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-201309-03.xml
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/10/17/12
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/56169
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/cve-2012-4524
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=CVE-2012-4524
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/79558
Frequently Asked Questions
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.
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.
Which versions of xlockmore are affected by CVE-2012-4524?
Versions of xlockmore prior to 5.43 are affected by CVE-2012-4524.
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.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2012-4524?
CVE-2012-4524 is a security bypass vulnerability that allows attackers to circumvent security mechanisms.
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