CVE-2020-12782: Openfind MailGates - Command Injection

Published Jun 23, 2020
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Updated

Openfind MailGates contains a Command Injection flaw, when receiving email with specific strings, malicious code in the mail attachment will be triggered and gain unauthorized access to system files.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Openfind MailAudit=5.0
Openfind MailGates=5.0

Remediation

Information

Update to version 5.2.7.036, or contact with Openfind.

Event History

Jun 23, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:05 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:05 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2020-12782?

CVE-2020-12782 is a Command Injection flaw in Openfind MailGates that allows unauthorized access to system files.

2

How does CVE-2020-12782 work?

CVE-2020-12782 is triggered when receiving an email with specific strings, allowing malicious code in the mail attachment to gain unauthorized access to system files.

3

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2020-12782?

Openfind Mailaudit 5.0 and Openfind MailGates 5.0 are affected by CVE-2020-12782.

4

What is the severity of CVE-2020-12782?

CVE-2020-12782 is classified as critical with a severity rating of 9.8.

5

How can I fix CVE-2020-12782?

Patch or upgrade Openfind Mailaudit and Openfind MailGates to a version that addresses the Command Injection flaw.

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