CVE-2006-0892
First published: Sat Feb 25 2006(Updated: )
NOCC Webmail 1.0 stores e-mail attachments in temporary files with predictable filenames, which makes it easier for remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by accessing the e-mail attachment via directory traversal vulnerabilities.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| nCipher | =1.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-0892?
CVE-2006-0892 is rated as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution through predictable filenames.
How do I fix CVE-2006-0892?
To mitigate CVE-2006-0892, ensure that email attachments are stored with unique, non-predictable filenames and utilize proper access controls.
What software versions are affected by CVE-2006-0892?
CVE-2006-0892 specifically affects version 1.0 of NOCC Webmail.
Can CVE-2006-0892 lead to data leakage?
Yes, if exploited, CVE-2006-0892 can allow attackers to access sensitive email attachments leading to potential data leakage.
How can attackers exploit CVE-2006-0892?
Attackers can exploit CVE-2006-0892 by utilizing directory traversal techniques to access predictable filenames of stored email attachments.
- agent/references
- agent/type
- agent/softwarecombine
- collector/mitre-cve
- source/MITRE
- agent/last-modified-date
- agent/weakness
- agent/severity
- agent/author
- agent/event
- agent/description
- agent/first-publish-date
- agent/source
- agent/tags
- collector/nvd-index
- agent/software-canonical-lookup-request
- collector/nvd-historical
- vendor/nocc
- canonical/ncipher
- version/ncipher/1.0