CVE-2012-4584: Low severity mcafee email and web security vulnerability
McAfee Email and Web Security (EWS) 5.x before 5.5 Patch 6 and 5.6 before Patch 3, and McAfee Email Gateway (MEG) 7.0 before Patch 1, does not properly encrypt system-backup data, which makes it easier for remote authenticated users to obtain sensitive information by reading a backup file, as demonstrated by obtaining password hashes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2012-4584?
CVE-2012-4584 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to the risks associated with improper encryption of backup data.
How do I fix CVE-2012-4584?
To address CVE-2012-4584, upgrade McAfee Email and Web Security to version 5.5 Patch 6 or 5.6 Patch 3, or McAfee Email Gateway to version 7.0 Patch 1.
Who is affected by CVE-2012-4584?
CVE-2012-4584 affects users of McAfee Email and Web Security versions earlier than 5.5 Patch 6 and 5.6 Patch 3, as well as McAfee Email Gateway version 7.0 before Patch 1.
What information is at risk due to CVE-2012-4584?
Due to CVE-2012-4584, sensitive information in system-backup files may be exposed to remote authenticated users.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2012-4584?
While the best solution is to update the software to the latest versions, ensure that access to backup files is strictly controlled as a temporary workaround.