CVE-2001-1285
First published: Fri Oct 12 2001(Updated: )
Directory traversal vulnerability in readmail.cgi for Ipswitch IMail 7.04 and earlier allows remote attackers to access the mailboxes of other users via a .. (dot dot) in the mbx parameter.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How 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-2001-1285?
CVE-2001-1285 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its ability to allow unauthorized access to user mailboxes.
How do I fix CVE-2001-1285?
To fix CVE-2001-1285, upgrade to the latest version of Ipswitch IMail that does not contain this vulnerability.
What software versions are affected by CVE-2001-1285?
CVE-2001-1285 affects Ipswitch IMail versions 6.0.2, 6.0.6, and 7.0.4 and earlier.
What kind of attack exploits CVE-2001-1285?
CVE-2001-1285 can be exploited through directory traversal attacks using the mbx parameter to access restricted files.
Can CVE-2001-1285 lead to data breaches?
Yes, CVE-2001-1285 can lead to data breaches by allowing attackers to access sensitive mailbox information of other users.
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