CVE-2016-8005
First published: Tue Mar 14 2017(Updated: )
File extension filtering vulnerability in Intel Security McAfee Email Gateway (MEG) before 7.6.404h1128596 allows attackers to fail to identify the file name properly via scanning an email with a forged attached filename that uses a null byte within the filename extension.
Credit: secure@intel.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| McAfee Email Gateway | <=7.6.401 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-8005?
CVE-2016-8005 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to bypass file extension filtering.
How can I fix CVE-2016-8005?
To fix CVE-2016-8005, upgrade Intel Security McAfee Email Gateway to version 7.6.404 or later.
What does CVE-2016-8005 affect?
CVE-2016-8005 affects Intel Security McAfee Email Gateway versions prior to 7.6.404.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-8005?
CVE-2016-8005 is a file extension filtering vulnerability that allows attackers to bypass security checks.
How does CVE-2016-8005 exploit the system?
CVE-2016-8005 exploits the system by using a null byte in the filename extension of an email attachment, allowing forged filenames.
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