7.8
CWE
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2008-7012

First published: Wed Aug 19 2009(Updated: )

courier/1000@/api_error_email.html (aka "error reporting page") in Accellion File Transfer Appliance FTA_7_0_178, and possibly other versions before FTA_7_0_189, allows remote attackers to send spam e-mail via modified description and client_email parameters.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Accellion File Transfer Appliance<=7_0_178
Accellion File Transfer Appliance=7_0_135

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2008-7012?

    CVE-2008-7012 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential to enable remote attackers to exploit the system.

  • How do I fix CVE-2008-7012?

    To mitigate CVE-2008-7012, upgrade the Accellion File Transfer Appliance to version FTA_7_0_189 or higher.

  • What systems are affected by CVE-2008-7012?

    CVE-2008-7012 affects Accellion Secure File Transfer Appliance versions up to and including 7_0_178.

  • What type of attack does CVE-2008-7012 enable?

    CVE-2008-7012 allows remote attackers to send spam emails by manipulating the description and client_email parameters.

  • When was CVE-2008-7012 reported?

    CVE-2008-7012 was reported in 2008, highlighting the vulnerabilities in earlier versions of the Accellion File Transfer Appliance.

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