CVE-2010-0422

CVE-2010-0422 describes a screen lock bypass vulnerability in gnome-screensaver versions 2.28.x prior to 2.28.3. This flaw allows a physically proximate attacker to gain unauthorized access to an unattended workstation by manipulating monitor connections, exploiting a synchronization issue between the screen lock and unlock dialog. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 4.0, indicating a low severity, with an attack vector requiring local access and high attack complexity, but resulting in a complete compromise of integrity. There is no evidence of active exploitation, publicly available exploit code (Metasploit, Nuclei, ExploitDB), or significant community discussion or media coverage surrounding this CVE.