CVE-2025-52373
MEDIUMCVSS 4.6/10EPSS 0.29%
Last modified
CVE-2025-52373 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.6/10 on the CVSS scale. Use of hardcoded cryptographic key in BlowFish.cpp in hMailServer 5.8.6 and 5.6.9-beta allows attacker to decrypt passwords used in database connections from hMailServer.ini config file.. EPSS estimates a 0.29% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Use of hardcoded cryptographic key in BlowFish.cpp in hMailServer 5.8.6 and 5.6.9-beta allows attacker to decrypt passwords used in database connections from hMailServer.ini config file.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hmailserver | Hmailserver | 5.6.9 | Beta |
| Hmailserver | Hmailserver | 5.8.6 | — |
References
- https://github.com/mojibake-dev/hMailEnumExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/mojibake-dev/mojibake-CVE/blob/main/hMailServer/CVE-2025-52373.mdExploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2025-52373?
Use of hardcoded cryptographic key in BlowFish.cpp in hMailServer 5.8.6 and 5.6.9-beta allows attacker to decrypt passwords used in database connections from hMailServer.ini config file.
How severe is CVE-2025-52373?
CVE-2025-52373 has a CVSS score of 4.6/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.29% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2025-52373?
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-2025-52373?
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