CVE-2005-3256: Medium severity Enigmail Enigmail vulnerability

Published Oct 18, 2005
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Updated

The key selection dialogue in Enigmail before 0.92.1 can incorrectly select a key with a user ID that does not have additional information, which allows parties with that key to decrypt the message.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Enigmail Enigmail<=0.92.0

Event History

Oct 18, 2005
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2005-3256?

CVE-2005-3256 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2005-3256?

To fix CVE-2005-3256, you should upgrade Enigmail to version 0.92.1 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2005-3256?

Users of Enigmail versions prior to 0.92.1 are affected by CVE-2005-3256.

4

What types of security risks does CVE-2005-3256 pose?

CVE-2005-3256 poses risks such as unauthorized decryption of sensitive messages.

5

Can CVE-2005-3256 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2005-3256 could potentially be exploited by malicious parties to decrypt intercepted messages.

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