CVE-2017-15235: High severity horde groupware webmail edition vulnerability

Published Oct 11, 2017
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Updated

The File Manager (gollem) module 3.0.11 in Horde Groupware 5.2.21 allows remote attackers to bypass Horde authentication for file downloads via a crafted fn parameter that corresponds to the exact filename.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Horde Groupware Webmail Edition=5.2.21

Event History

Oct 11, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-15235?

CVE-2017-15235 is considered a medium severity vulnerability that allows remote attackers to bypass authentication.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-15235?

To fix CVE-2017-15235, it is recommended to update the Horde Groupware to a patched version that addresses this vulnerability.

3

What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2017-15235?

CVE-2017-15235 can be exploited by remote attackers who craft specific requests to download files without proper authentication.

4

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2017-15235?

CVE-2017-15235 affects Horde Groupware version 5.2.21 specifically.

5

Is CVE-2017-15235 easy to exploit?

CVE-2017-15235 can be considered relatively easy to exploit due to the requirement of a crafted 'fn' parameter.

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