CVE-1999-1366

UnknownEPSS 0.20%

Last modified

CVE-1999-1366 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Pegasus e-mail client 3.0 and earlier uses weak encryption to store POP3 passwords in the pmail.ini file, which allows local users to easily decrypt the passwords and read e-mail.. EPSS estimates a 0.20% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Pegasus e-mail client 3.0 and earlier uses weak encryption to store POP3 passwords in the pmail.ini file, which allows local users to easily decrypt the passwords and read e-mail.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.20%

10.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
David HarrisPegasus Mail<= 3.0

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-1999-1366?
Pegasus e-mail client 3.0 and earlier uses weak encryption to store POP3 passwords in the pmail.ini file, which allows local users to easily decrypt the passwords and read e-mail.
How severe is CVE-1999-1366?
Severity scoring for CVE-1999-1366 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.20% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-1999-1366?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST