CVE-2008-4578
UnknownEPSS 1.68%
Last modified
CVE-2008-4578 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The ACL plugin in Dovecot before 1.1.4 allows attackers to bypass intended access restrictions by using the "k" right to create unauthorized "parent/child/child" mailboxes.. EPSS estimates a 1.68% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The ACL plugin in Dovecot before 1.1.4 allows attackers to bypass intended access restrictions by using the "k" right to create unauthorized "parent/child/child" mailboxes.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Dovecot | Dovecot | <= 1.1.3 |
| Dovecot | Dovecot | 0.99.13 |
| Dovecot | Dovecot | 0.99.14 |
| Dovecot | Dovecot | 1.0 |
| Dovecot | Dovecot | 1.0.2 |
| Dovecot | Dovecot | 1.0.3 |
| Dovecot | Dovecot | 1.0.4 |
| Dovecot | Dovecot | 1.0.5 |
| Dovecot | Dovecot | 1.0.6 |
| Dovecot | Dovecot | 1.0.7 |
| Dovecot | Dovecot | 1.0.8 |
| Dovecot | Dovecot | 1.0.9 |
| Dovecot | Dovecot | 1.0.10 |
| Dovecot | Dovecot | 1.0.12 |
| Dovecot | Dovecot | 1.0.beta1 |
| Dovecot | Dovecot | 1.0.beta2 |
| Dovecot | Dovecot | 1.0.beta3 |
| Dovecot | Dovecot | 1.0.beta4 |
| Dovecot | Dovecot | 1.0.beta5 |
| Dovecot | Dovecot | 1.0.beta6 |
| Dovecot | Dovecot | 1.0.beta7 |
| Dovecot | Dovecot | 1.0.beta8 |
| Dovecot | Dovecot | 1.0.beta9 |
| Dovecot | Dovecot | 1.0.rc1 |
| Dovecot | Dovecot | 1.0.rc2 |
| Dovecot | Dovecot | 1.0.rc3 |
| Dovecot | Dovecot | 1.0.rc4 |
| Dovecot | Dovecot | 1.0.rc5 |
| Dovecot | Dovecot | 1.0.rc6 |
| Dovecot | Dovecot | 1.0.rc7 |
| Dovecot | Dovecot | 1.0.rc8 |
| Dovecot | Dovecot | 1.0.rc9 |
| Dovecot | Dovecot | 1.0.rc10 |
| Dovecot | Dovecot | 1.0.rc11 |
| Dovecot | Dovecot | 1.0.rc12 |
| Dovecot | Dovecot | 1.0.rc13 |
| Dovecot | Dovecot | 1.0.rc14 |
| Dovecot | Dovecot | 1.0.rc15 |
| Dovecot | Dovecot | 1.0.rc16 |
| Dovecot | Dovecot | 1.0.rc17 |
| Dovecot | Dovecot | 1.0.rc18 |
| Dovecot | Dovecot | 1.0.rc19 |
| Dovecot | Dovecot | 1.0.rc20 |
| Dovecot | Dovecot | 1.0.rc21 |
| Dovecot | Dovecot | 1.0.rc22 |
| Dovecot | Dovecot | 1.0.rc23 |
| Dovecot | Dovecot | 1.0.rc24 |
| Dovecot | Dovecot | 1.0.rc25 |
| Dovecot | Dovecot | 1.0.rc26 |
| Dovecot | Dovecot | 1.0.rc27 |
Showing 50 of 56 affected configurations. See NVD for the full list.
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32164Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32164Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2008-4578?
The ACL plugin in Dovecot before 1.1.4 allows attackers to bypass intended access restrictions by using the "k" right to create unauthorized "parent/child/child" mailboxes.
How severe is CVE-2008-4578?
Severity scoring for CVE-2008-4578 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.68% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2008-4578?
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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