Vulnerability Description
Axway Secure Messenger before 6.5 Updated Release 7, as used in Axway Email Firewall, provides different responses to authentication requests depending on whether the user exists, which allows remote attackers to enumerate users via a series of requests.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Axway | Email Firewall | - |
| Axway | Secure Messenger | <= 6.5.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2013-01/0076.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/57457
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/81388
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2013-01/0076.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/57457
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/81388
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-6452?
CVE-2012-6452 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). Axway Secure Messenger before 6.5 Updated Release 7, as used in Axway Email Firewall, provides different responses to authentication requests depending on whether the user exists, which allows remote ...
How severe is CVE-2012-6452?
CVE-2012-6452 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-2012-6452?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Axway Email Firewall, Axway Secure Messenger.