REDHAT-BUG-500360
First published: Tue May 12 2009(Updated: )
From SquirrelMail vulnerability report: An issue was fixed that allowed arbitrary server-side code execution when SquirrelMail was configured to use the example "map_yp_alias" username mapping functionality. Credits: Niels Teusink Updated upstream patch (2009-05-21): <a href="http://squirrelmail.svn.sourceforge.net/viewvc/squirrelmail/branches/SM-1_4-STABLE/squirrelmail/functions/imap_general.php?r1=13549&r2=13733&view=patch">http://squirrelmail.svn.sourceforge.net/viewvc/squirrelmail/branches/SM-1_4-STABLE/squirrelmail/functions/imap_general.php?r1=13549&r2=13733&view=patch</a>
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| SquirrelMail | >=1.4<1.4.21 |
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Reference Links
- http://squirrelmail.svn.sourceforge.net/viewvc/squirrelmail/branches/SM-1_4-STABLE/squirrelmail/functions/imap_general.php?r1=13549&r2=13733&view=patch
- http://admin.fedoraproject.org/updates/squirrelmail-1.4.18-1.fc9
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2009-1381
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2009-1579
- http://www.squirrelmail.org/security/issue/2009-05-10
- https://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2009-1066.html
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=500360
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-500360?
The severity of REDHAT-BUG-500360 is categorized as high due to the potential for arbitrary server-side code execution.
How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-500360?
To fix REDHAT-BUG-500360, upgrade SquirrelMail to version 1.4.21 or later to ensure the vulnerability is patched.
What systems are affected by REDHAT-BUG-500360?
REDHAT-BUG-500360 affects SquirrelMail versions prior to 1.4.21 when configured to use the 'map_yp_alias' username mapping functionality.
What is the nature of the vulnerability in REDHAT-BUG-500360?
The vulnerability in REDHAT-BUG-500360 allows for the execution of arbitrary server-side code, posing a significant security risk.
Who is credited with discovering the vulnerability REDHAT-BUG-500360?
The vulnerability REDHAT-BUG-500360 was reported by Niels Teusink.
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