CVE-2011-2167: Path Traversal
First published: Tue May 24 2011(Updated: )
script-login in Dovecot 2.0.x before 2.0.13 does not follow the chroot configuration setting, which might allow remote authenticated users to conduct directory traversal attacks by leveraging a script.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Dovecot Dovecot | =2.0.9 | |
| Dovecot Dovecot | =2.0.7 | |
| Dovecot Dovecot | =2.0.12 | |
| Dovecot Dovecot | =2.0.4 | |
| Dovecot Dovecot | =2.0.2 | |
| Dovecot Dovecot | =2.0.1 | |
| Dovecot Dovecot | =2.0.10 | |
| Dovecot Dovecot | =2.0.11 | |
| Dovecot Dovecot | =2.0.8 | |
| Dovecot Dovecot | =2.0.3 | |
| Dovecot Dovecot | =2.0.0 | |
| Dovecot Dovecot | =2.0.5 | |
| Dovecot Dovecot | =2.0.6 |
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Reference Links
- http://dovecot.org/pipermail/dovecot/2011-May/059085.html
- http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2011/05/18/4
- http://www.dovecot.org/doc/NEWS-2.0
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/48003
- http://secunia.com/advisories/52311
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2013-0520.html
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/67674
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2011-2167?
CVE-2011-2167 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential for directory traversal attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2011-2167?
To fix CVE-2011-2167, upgrade Dovecot to version 2.0.13 or later.
Which versions of Dovecot are affected by CVE-2011-2167?
CVE-2011-2167 affects Dovecot versions 2.0.0 to 2.0.12.
What kind of attack can be executed through CVE-2011-2167?
CVE-2011-2167 allows remote authenticated users to conduct directory traversal attacks.
Is CVE-2011-2167 related to the chroot configuration in Dovecot?
Yes, CVE-2011-2167 does not follow the chroot configuration setting, leading to potential security risks.
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