CVE-2016-4983
LOWCVSS 3.3/10EPSS 0.40%
Last modified
CVE-2016-4983 is a low-severity vulnerability rated 3.3/10 on the CVSS scale. A postinstall script in the dovecot rpm allows local users to read the contents of newly created SSL/TLS key files.. EPSS estimates a 0.40% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A postinstall script in the dovecot rpm allows local users to read the contents of newly created SSL/TLS key files.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Dovecot | Dovecot | All versions |
| Opensuse | Leap | 42.1 |
| Opensuse | Leap | 42.2 |
| Opensuse | Opensuse | 13.2 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux | 4.0 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux | 5.0 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux | 6.0 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux | 7.0 |
References
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2016-11/msg00096.htmlMailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1346055Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://bugzilla.suse.com/show_bug.cgi?id=984639Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2016-11/msg00096.htmlMailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1346055Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://bugzilla.suse.com/show_bug.cgi?id=984639Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-4983?
A postinstall script in the dovecot rpm allows local users to read the contents of newly created SSL/TLS key files.
How severe is CVE-2016-4983?
CVE-2016-4983 has a CVSS score of 3.3/10 (LOW severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.40% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-4983?
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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