CVE-2007-1820: Critical severity Nortel CallPilot vulnerability

Published Apr 2, 2007
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Updated

Nortel Networks CallPilot and Meridian Mail voicemail systems, when a mailbox has auto logon enabled, allow remote attackers to retrieve or remove messages, or reconfigure the mailbox, by spoofing Calling Number Identification (CNID, aka Caller ID).

Affected Software

2 affected components
Nortel CallPilot
Nortel Meridian Mail

Event History

Apr 2, 2007
CVE Published
11:19 PM
Apr 3, 2007
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2007-1820?

CVE-2007-1820 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for unauthorized access and manipulation of voicemail systems.

2

How do I fix CVE-2007-1820?

To mitigate CVE-2007-1820, disable the auto logon feature for mailboxes in Nortel CallPilot and Meridian Mail systems.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2007-1820?

CVE-2007-1820 affects Nortel Networks CallPilot and Meridian Mail voicemail systems with auto logon enabled.

4

Can CVE-2007-1820 allow attackers to manipulate voicemail messages?

Yes, CVE-2007-1820 allows attackers to retrieve, remove messages, or reconfigure the mailbox if they successfully spoof the Caller ID.

5

What kind of attacks does CVE-2007-1820 enable?

CVE-2007-1820 enables remote attackers to spoof Caller ID and gain unauthorized control over voicemail accounts.

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