CVE-2025-26794: Exim: CVE-2025-26794: upcoming security lease

Published Feb 19, 2025
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Updated

Exim 4.98 before 4.98.1, when SQLite hints and ETRN serialization are used, allows remote SQL injection. (Resolving SQL injection requires an update to 4.99.1 in certain non-default rate-limit configurations.)

Affected Software

2 affected components
Exim Exim<4.98.1
Exim Exim>=4.98<4.98.1

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade Exim to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 4.98.1Patch CVE-2025-26794

Event History

Feb 21, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Jun 9, 57704
Event
via NVD·02:12 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-26794?

CVE-2025-26794 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote SQL injection.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-26794?

To fix CVE-2025-26794, upgrade Exim to version 4.98.1 or later.

3

Which versions of Exim are affected by CVE-2025-26794?

CVE-2025-26794 affects Exim versions prior to 4.98.1.

4

What is the impact of CVE-2025-26794?

The impact of CVE-2025-26794 includes the potential for unauthorized access to the database through SQL injection vulnerabilities.

5

Can CVE-2025-26794 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2025-26794 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to execute malicious SQL queries.

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