CVE-2012-4014: High severity mcafee email and web security vulnerability
Published Sep 25, 2012
·Updated
Unspecified vulnerability in McAfee Email Anti-virus (formerly WebShield SMTP) allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via unknown vectors.
Affected Software
3 affected components
McAfee Email and Web Security=5.0
McAfee Email and Web Security=5.5
McAfee Email and Web Security=5.6
Event History
Sep 25, 2012
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2012-4014?
The severity of CVE-2012-4014 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability.
2
How do I fix CVE-2012-4014?
To fix CVE-2012-4014, it is recommended to update McAfee Email and Web Security to the latest version.
3
What software versions are affected by CVE-2012-4014?
CVE-2012-4014 affects McAfee Email and Web Security versions 5.0, 5.5, and 5.6.
4
Can CVE-2012-4014 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2012-4014 can be exploited by remote attackers to cause a denial of service.
5
Is there a workaround for CVE-2012-4014?
There are no known workarounds for CVE-2012-4014, so patching is the best approach.