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CVE-2019-7524

UnknownEPSS 1.18%

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CVE-2019-7524 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. In Dovecot before 2.2.36.3 and 2.3.x before 2.3.5.1, a local attacker can cause a buffer overflow in the indexer-worker process, which can be used to elevate to root. This occurs because of missing checks in the fts and pop3-uidl components.. EPSS estimates a 1.18% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In Dovecot before 2.2.36.3 and 2.3.x before 2.3.5.1, a local attacker can cause a buffer overflow in the indexer-worker process, which can be used to elevate to root. This occurs because of missing checks in the fts and pop3-uidl components.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
1.18%

63.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
DovecotDovecot< 2.2.36.3
DovecotDovecot>= 2.3.0, < 2.3.5.1
DebianDebian Linux8.0
DebianDebian Linux9.0
CanonicalUbuntu Linux14.04
CanonicalUbuntu Linux16.04
CanonicalUbuntu Linux18.04
CanonicalUbuntu Linux18.10
OpensuseLeap15.0
OpensuseLeap42.3

References

Timeline

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Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2019-7524?
In Dovecot before 2.2.36.3 and 2.3.x before 2.3.5.1, a local attacker can cause a buffer overflow in the indexer-worker process, which can be used to elevate to root. This occurs because of missing checks in the fts and pop3-uidl components.
How severe is CVE-2019-7524?
Severity scoring for CVE-2019-7524 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.18% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-7524?
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