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REDHAT-BUG-2343762

First published: Tue Feb 04 2025(Updated: )

Thunderbird displayed an incorrect sender address if the From field of an email used the invalid group name syntax that is described in <a href="https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2024-49040">CVE-2024-49040</a>. This vulnerability affects Thunderbird &lt; 128.7 and Thunderbird &lt; 135.

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Mozilla Thunderbird<128.7<135

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-2343762?

    The severity of REDHAT-BUG-2343762 is considered to be moderate due to the potential for misleading sender information.

  • How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-2343762?

    To fix REDHAT-BUG-2343762, update Thunderbird to version 128.7 or higher, or to version 135 or higher.

  • What versions of Thunderbird are affected by REDHAT-BUG-2343762?

    REDHAT-BUG-2343762 affects Thunderbird versions below 128.7 and below 135.

  • What type of vulnerability is REDHAT-BUG-2343762?

    REDHAT-BUG-2343762 is related to improper handling of email sender addresses, leading to potential spoofing.

  • Is there a potential risk with REDHAT-BUG-2343762?

    Yes, REDHAT-BUG-2343762 poses a risk of phishing or spoofing attacks if the sender's information is misrepresented.

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