CVE-2021-38373
MEDIUMCVSS 5.3/10EPSS 0.53%
Last modified
CVE-2021-38373 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.3/10 on the CVSS scale. In KDE KMail 19.12.3 (aka 5.13.3), the SMTP STARTTLS option is not honored (and cleartext messages are sent) unless "Server requires authentication" is checked.. EPSS estimates a 0.53% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In KDE KMail 19.12.3 (aka 5.13.3), the SMTP STARTTLS option is not honored (and cleartext messages are sent) unless "Server requires authentication" is checked.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Kde | Kmail | 19.12.3 |
References
- https://bugs.kde.org/show_bug.cgi?id=423423Mailing List, Vendor Advisory
- https://nostarttls.secvuln.infoThird Party Advisory
- https://bugs.kde.org/show_bug.cgi?id=423423Mailing List, Vendor Advisory
- https://nostarttls.secvuln.infoThird Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-38373?
In KDE KMail 19.12.3 (aka 5.13.3), the SMTP STARTTLS option is not honored (and cleartext messages are sent) unless "Server requires authentication" is checked.
How severe is CVE-2021-38373?
CVE-2021-38373 has a CVSS score of 5.3/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.53% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-38373?
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-2021-38373?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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