Vulnerability identifier: #VU63410
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 3.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-254
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
gnome-control-center
Other software /
Other software solutions
Vendor: Gnome Development Team
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote user to bypass implemented security restrictions.
The vulnerability exists due to GNOME Settings incorrectly handles the remote
desktop sharing configuration. When turning off desktop sharing, it will be turned on again after reboot.
Mitigation
Install update from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
gnome-control-center: 40.0 - 42.1
External links
http://gitlab.gnome.org/GNOME/gnome-control-center/-/issues/1825
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the Internet.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.