How severe is CVE-2014-1949?

CVE-2014-1949 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2014-1949 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (25th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2014-1949?

CVE-2014-1949 primarily affects Gnome Gtk. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2014-1949?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2014-1949 published?

CVE-2014-1949 was published on 2015-01-16 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2014-1949

CVE-2014-1949 is a high-severity vulnerability in Gnome Gtk with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2. 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-284.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.2)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (25th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-284
Affected product: Gnome Gtk
Published: 2015-01-16
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

GTK+ 3.10.9 and earlier, as used in cinnamon-screensaver, gnome-screensaver, and other applications, allows physically proximate attackers to bypass the lock screen by pressing the menu button.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2014-1949?: GTK+ 3.10.9 and earlier, as used in cinnamon-screensaver, gnome-screensaver, and other applications, allows physically proximate attackers to bypass the lock screen by pressing the menu button.
How severe is CVE-2014-1949?: CVE-2014-1949 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2014-1949 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (25th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2014-1949?: CVE-2014-1949 primarily affects Gnome Gtk. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2014-1949?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2014-1949 published?: CVE-2014-1949 was published on 2015-01-16 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (3)

cpe:2.3:o:linuxmint:linux_mint:17.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:gnome:gtk:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:canonical:ubuntu:14.04:*:*:*:lts:*:*:*

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