CVE-2016-2312
First published: Fri Dec 23 2016(Updated: )
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.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| KDE KScreenLocker | <=5.5.4 | |
| KDE Plasma Workspace | <=5.4.3 | |
| Fedora | =22 | |
| Fedora | =23 | |
| openSUSE | =42.1 |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2016-February/177454.html
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2016-February/177557.html
- https://bugs.kde.org/show_bug.cgi?id=358125
- https://bugzilla.opensuse.org/show_bug.cgi?id=964548
- https://www.kde.org/info/security/advisory-20160209-1.txt
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-2312?
The severity of CVE-2016-2312 is considered to be medium due to the potential for unauthorized access when devices are unlocked unexpectedly.
How do I mitigate CVE-2016-2312?
To mitigate CVE-2016-2312, ensure you update the KDE KScreenLocker and Plasma Workspace to versions above the affected versions.
What versions are affected by CVE-2016-2312?
CVE-2016-2312 affects KDE KScreenLocker versions up to 5.5.4 and Plasma Workspace up to 5.4.3, along with certain Fedora and openSUSE releases.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-2312?
CVE-2016-2312 is a security vulnerability that allows for the unintended unlocking of the screen in KDE systems.
Is there a patch available for CVE-2016-2312?
Yes, patches are available in the latest versions of the affected software, which should be applied to resolve CVE-2016-2312.
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