CVE-2012-6579: Medium severity request tracker vulnerability

Published Jul 24, 2013
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Updated

Best Practical Solutions RT 3.8.x before 3.8.15 and 4.0.x before 4.0.8, when GnuPG is enabled, allows remote attackers to configure encryption or signing for certain outbound e-mail, and possibly cause a denial of service (loss of e-mail readability), via an e-mail message to a queue's address.

Affected Software

17 affected components
bestpractical Request Tracker=3.8.3
bestpractical Request Tracker=3.8.4
bestpractical Request Tracker=3.8.7
bestpractical Request Tracker=3.8.9
bestpractical Request Tracker=3.8.10
bestpractical Request Tracker=3.8.11
bestpractical Request Tracker=3.8.12
bestpractical Request Tracker=3.8.13
bestpractical Request Tracker=3.8.14
bestpractical Request Tracker=4.0.0
bestpractical Request Tracker=4.0.1
bestpractical Request Tracker=4.0.2
bestpractical Request Tracker=4.0.3
bestpractical Request Tracker=4.0.4
bestpractical Request Tracker=4.0.5
bestpractical Request Tracker=4.0.6
bestpractical Request Tracker=4.0.7

Event History

Jul 24, 2013
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-2012-6579?

CVE-2012-6579 has a moderate severity rating, as it allows remote attackers to potentially disrupt email readability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2012-6579?

To fix CVE-2012-6579, upgrade your Best Practical Solutions RT to version 3.8.15 or 4.0.8 or later.

3

What versions are affected by CVE-2012-6579?

CVE-2012-6579 affects Best Practical Request Tracker versions 3.8.x before 3.8.15 and 4.0.x before 4.0.8.

4

What impact does CVE-2012-6579 have on email services?

CVE-2012-6579 can lead to denial of service by causing a loss of email readability due to incorrect encryption or signing configurations.

5

Is GnuPG involvement necessary for CVE-2012-6579?

Yes, CVE-2012-6579 involves GnuPG being enabled, which is crucial for the vulnerability to be exploited.

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