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CVE-2001-1284

First published: Fri Oct 12 2001(Updated: )

Ipswitch IMail 7.04 and earlier uses predictable session IDs for authentication, which allows remote attackers to hijack sessions of other users.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
IPSWITCH IMail=6.0.6
IPSWITCH IMail=6.0.2
IPSWITCH IMail=7.0.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2001-1284?

    CVE-2001-1284 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for session hijacking.

  • How do I fix CVE-2001-1284?

    To fix CVE-2001-1284, upgrade to a version of Ipswitch IMail that is not affected, specifically versions later than 7.0.4.

  • Which versions of Ipswitch IMail are affected by CVE-2001-1284?

    CVE-2001-1284 affects Ipswitch IMail versions 6.0.2, 6.0.6, and 7.0.4 and earlier.

  • What type of attack does CVE-2001-1284 expose users to?

    CVE-2001-1284 exposes users to session hijacking attacks that allow remote attackers to impersonate legitimate users.

  • Is there a workaround for CVE-2001-1284 while waiting for a patch?

    There are no known effective workarounds for CVE-2001-1284; upgrading to a patched version is recommended.

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