CVE-2017-12638

Name: CVE-2017-12638
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-10-03T01:29:01.263+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.51%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-12638 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Stack based buffer overflow in Ipswitch IMail server up to and including 12.5.5 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via unspecified vectors in IMmailSrv, aka ETBL or ETCETERABLUE.. EPSS estimates a 2.51% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Stack based buffer overflow in Ipswitch IMail server up to and including 12.5.5 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via unspecified vectors in IMmailSrv, aka ETBL or ETCETERABLUE.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.51%

82.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-119

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ipswitch	Imail Server	<= 12.5.5

References

https://docs.ipswitch.com/_Messaging/IMailServer/v12.5.6/ReleaseNotes/index.htm#link8Vendor Advisory
https://docs.ipswitch.com/_Messaging/IMailServer/v12.5.6/ReleaseNotes/index.htm#link8Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Oct 3, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-12638?

Stack based buffer overflow in Ipswitch IMail server up to and including 12.5.5 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via unspecified vectors in IMmailSrv, aka ETBL or ETCETERABLUE.

How severe is CVE-2017-12638?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-12638 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.51% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-12638?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2017-12638?

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Source: NVD / NIST