CVE-2008-5301
UnknownEPSS 1.83%
Last modified
CVE-2008-5301 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Directory traversal vulnerability in the ManageSieve implementation in Dovecot 1.0.15, 1.1, and 1.2 allows remote attackers to read and modify arbitrary .sieve files via a ".." (dot dot) in a script name.. EPSS estimates a 1.83% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Directory traversal vulnerability in the ManageSieve implementation in Dovecot 1.0.15, 1.1, and 1.2 allows remote attackers to read and modify arbitrary .sieve files via a ".." (dot dot) in a script name.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 1.1 |
| Dovecot | Dovecot | 1.1.0 |
| Dovecot | Dovecot | 1.1.1 |
| Dovecot | Dovecot | 1.1.2 |
| Dovecot | Dovecot | 1.1.3 |
| Dovecot | Dovecot | 1.1.4 |
| Dovecot | Dovecot | 1.1.5 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32768Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32768Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2008-5301?
Directory traversal vulnerability in the ManageSieve implementation in Dovecot 1.0.15, 1.1, and 1.2 allows remote attackers to read and modify arbitrary .sieve files via a ".." (dot dot) in a script name.
How severe is CVE-2008-5301?
Severity scoring for CVE-2008-5301 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.83% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2008-5301?
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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