CVE-2005-0404: Medium severity kmail kmail vulnerability
Published Apr 13, 2005
·Updated
KMail 1.7.1 in KDE 3.3.2 allows remote attackers to spoof email information, such as whether the email has been digitally signed or encrypted, via HTML formatted email.
Affected Software
2 affected components
kmail kmail=1.7.1
KDE kde=3.3.2
Remediation
Patch Available
Patch Available
Event History
Apr 13, 2005
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2005-0404?
CVE-2005-0404 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential for email spoofing.
2
How do I fix CVE-2005-0404?
To fix CVE-2005-0404, upgrade to a version of KMail that addresses this vulnerability.
3
What versions are affected by CVE-2005-0404?
CVE-2005-0404 affects KMail version 1.7.1 and KDE version 3.3.2.
4
What type of attacks can CVE-2005-0404 enable?
CVE-2005-0404 can enable remote attackers to spoof email metadata such as digital signatures and encryption status.
5
Is CVE-2005-0404 still a concern today?
Given that CVE-2005-0404 affects outdated software, it is not a prevalent concern but still relevant for users of those versions.