CVE-2012-5527: Medium severity claws mail vulnerability
Published Nov 25, 2019
·Updated
Claws Mail vCalendar plugin: credentials exposed on interface
Affected Software
2 affected components
debian/claws-mail-extra-plugins
claws-mail Vcalendar
Event History
Nov 25, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:22 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:22 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Aug 6, 2024
Data Sourced
via Debian·09:16 PM
DescriptionAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2012-5527?
CVE-2012-5527 is rated as medium severity due to the exposure of credentials in the interface.
2
How do I fix CVE-2012-5527?
To fix CVE-2012-5527, ensure you are using the latest version of the Claws Mail vCalendar plugin with the necessary patches applied.
3
Which versions of Claws Mail are affected by CVE-2012-5527?
CVE-2012-5527 affects the Claws Mail vCalendar plugin, commonly found in the claws-mail-extra-plugins package.
4
What are the implications of CVE-2012-5527 for users?
Users affected by CVE-2012-5527 may have their credentials exposed, leading to potential unauthorized access.
5
Is there a workaround for CVE-2012-5527?
A temporary workaround for CVE-2012-5527 is to disable the vCalendar plugin until updates are applied.