CVE-2020-28012
First published: Thu May 06 2021(Updated: )
Exim 4 before 4.94.2 allows Exposure of File Descriptor to Unintended Control Sphere because rda_interpret uses a privileged pipe that lacks a close-on-exec flag.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Exim Exim | >=4.00<4.94.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-28012?
The severity of CVE-2020-28012 is high with a severity value of 7.8.
What is the vulnerability in Exim 4 before 4.94.2?
The vulnerability in Exim 4 before 4.94.2 is the exposure of file descriptor to unintended control sphere.
How does CVE-2020-28012 impact Exim?
CVE-2020-28012 impacts Exim by allowing exposure of file descriptor to unintended control sphere due to a privileged pipe lacking a close-on-exec flag.
Which version of Exim is affected by CVE-2020-28012?
The version of Exim affected by CVE-2020-28012 is between 4.00 and 4.94.1 (excluding 4.94.2).
Is there a fix available for CVE-2020-28012?
Yes, the fix for CVE-2020-28012 is available in Exim version 4.94.2.
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