Vulnerability Description
FreeMail before 5.3.2 contains an authorization bypass vulnerability that allows authenticated users to claim another user's existing mailbox via the POST /api/create endpoint. Attackers who know a victim's address can become co-owners through assignMailboxToUser to read messages and verification codes, set forwarding, and delete mail.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/idinging/freemail
- https://github.com/idinging/freemail/blob/a95c1710e7eeb9f2c74a49ef962f4f43a36695
- https://github.com/idinging/freemail/commit/62ed3afdbb4de90a135c12de928e586caf01
- https://github.com/idinging/freemail/issues/73
- https://github.com/idinging/freemail/releases/tag/v5.3.2
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/freemail-before-5.3.2-authorization-bypass-
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-119049?
CVE-2026-119049 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.6 (HIGH). FreeMail before 5.3.2 contains an authorization bypass vulnerability that allows authenticated users to claim another user's existing mailbox via the POST /api/create endpoint. Attackers who know a vi...
How severe is CVE-2026-119049?
CVE-2026-119049 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-119049?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.