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systemd 242 changes the VT1 mode upon a logout, which allows attackers to read cleartext passwords in certain circumstances, such as watching a shutdown, or using Ctrl-Alt-F1 and Ctrl-Alt-F2. This occurs because the KDGKBMODE (aka current keyboard mode) check is mishandled.
Base Score
4.3| Base Score | 4.3 |
|---|---|
| Vector String | CVSS:3.1/AV:P/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N |
| Base Severity | Medium |
| Version | 3.1 |
| Attack Vector (AV) | PHYSICAL |