7.5
CWE
327
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2012-5623

First published: Thu Feb 13 2020(Updated: )

Squirrelmail 4.0 uses the outdated MD5 hash algorithm for passwords.

Credit: secalert@redhat.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
SquirrelMail=4.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2012-5623?

    CVE-2012-5623 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the use of the outdated MD5 hash algorithm for passwords.

  • How do I fix CVE-2012-5623?

    To fix CVE-2012-5623, upgrade SquirrelMail to a version that uses a stronger hash algorithm for password storage.

  • What software is affected by CVE-2012-5623?

    The affected software for CVE-2012-5623 is SquirrelMail version 4.0.

  • What are the risks associated with CVE-2012-5623?

    The risks associated with CVE-2012-5623 include the potential for password breaches due to the weak MD5 hashing method.

  • Who reported CVE-2012-5623?

    CVE-2012-5623 was reported in security discussions on open source mailing lists.

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