Vulnerability Description
The ACL plugin in Dovecot before 1.1.4 allows attackers to bypass intended access restrictions by using the "k" right to create unauthorized "parent/child/child" mailboxes.
CVSS Score
5.0
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:P/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Dovecot | Dovecot | <= 1.1.3 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://bugs.gentoo.org/show_bug.cgi?id=240409
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32164Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33149
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-200812-16.xml
- http://www.dovecot.org/list/dovecot-news/2008-October/000085.htmlPatch
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2008:232
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/498498/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/31587
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/2745
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/45669
- http://bugs.gentoo.org/show_bug.cgi?id=240409
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32164Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33149
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-200812-16.xml
- http://www.dovecot.org/list/dovecot-news/2008-October/000085.htmlPatch
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-4578?
CVE-2008-4578 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). The ACL plugin in Dovecot before 1.1.4 allows attackers to bypass intended access restrictions by using the "k" right to create unauthorized "parent/child/child" mailboxes.
How severe is CVE-2008-4578?
CVE-2008-4578 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-4578?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Dovecot Dovecot.