CVE-2020-10967
MEDIUMCVSS 5.3/10EPSS 8.15%
Last modified
CVE-2020-10967 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.3/10 on the CVSS scale. In Dovecot before 2.3.10.1, remote unauthenticated attackers can crash the lmtp or submission process by sending mail with an empty localpart.. EPSS estimates a 8.15% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In Dovecot before 2.3.10.1, remote unauthenticated attackers can crash the lmtp or submission process by sending mail with an empty localpart.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:L
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Dovecot | Dovecot | < 2.3.10.1 |
References
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2020/May/37Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2020/05/18/1Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://dovecot.org/securityVendor Advisory
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2020/05/18/1Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2020/May/37Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2020/05/18/1Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://dovecot.org/securityVendor Advisory
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2020/05/18/1Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-10967?
In Dovecot before 2.3.10.1, remote unauthenticated attackers can crash the lmtp or submission process by sending mail with an empty localpart.
How severe is CVE-2020-10967?
CVE-2020-10967 has a CVSS score of 5.3/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 8.15% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-10967?
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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