CVE-2024-49395
MEDIUMCVSS 5.3/10EPSS 0.24%
Last modified
CVE-2024-49395 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.3/10 on the CVSS scale. In mutt and neomutt, PGP encryption does not use the --hidden-recipient mode which may leak the Bcc email header field by inferring from the recipients info.. EPSS estimates a 0.24% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In mutt and neomutt, PGP encryption does not use the --hidden-recipient mode which may leak the Bcc email header field by inferring from the recipients info.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mutt | Mutt | All versions |
| Neomutt | Neomutt | All versions |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux | 8.0 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux | 9.0 |
References
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2024-49395Third Party Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=2325332Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-49395?
In mutt and neomutt, PGP encryption does not use the --hidden-recipient mode which may leak the Bcc email header field by inferring from the recipients info.
How severe is CVE-2024-49395?
CVE-2024-49395 has a CVSS score of 5.3/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.24% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-49395?
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-2024-49395?
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