How severe is CVE-2012-3452?

CVE-2012-3452 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 3.3, rated low severity.

Is CVE-2012-3452 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (26th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2012-3452?

CVE-2012-3452 primarily affects Gnome Screensaver. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2012-3452?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

When was CVE-2012-3452 published?

CVE-2012-3452 was published on 2012-08-07 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2012-3452

CVE-2012-3452 is a low-severity vulnerability in Gnome Screensaver with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 3.3. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-264.

Key facts

Severity: Low (CVSS 2.0 base score 3.3)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (26th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-264
Affected product: Gnome Screensaver
Published: 2012-08-07
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

gnome-screensaver 3.4.x before 3.4.4 and 3.5.x before 3.5.4, when multiple screens are used, only locks the screen with the active focus, which allows physically proximate attackers to bypass screen locking and access an unattended workstation.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2012-3452?: gnome-screensaver 3.4.x before 3.4.4 and 3.5.x before 3.5.4, when multiple screens are used, only locks the screen with the active focus, which allows physically proximate attackers to bypass screen locking and access an unattended workstation.
How severe is CVE-2012-3452?: CVE-2012-3452 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 3.3, rated low severity.
Is CVE-2012-3452 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (26th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2012-3452?: CVE-2012-3452 primarily affects Gnome Screensaver. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2012-3452?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2012-3452 published?: CVE-2012-3452 was published on 2012-08-07 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (4)

cpe:2.3:a:gnome:screensaver:3.4.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:gnome:screensaver:3.4.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:gnome:screensaver:3.4.3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:gnome:screensaver:3.5.3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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