CVE-1999-0731

Summary

CVE-1999-0731 is a vulnerability affecting the KDE klock program. Maliciously crafted input can be used by local users to unlock a session, bypassing the security measures intended to protect against unauthorized access. This issue poses a significant risk, as unauthorized users gaining access to a system can lead to data theft or system compromise. It is recommended that affected systems be updated with the appropriate patch to mitigate this vulnerability. Users should also be cautious when interacting with input from untrusted sources to minimize the risk of exploitation.

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