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CVE-2005-1283

7.5 · HIGH

Multiple directory traversal vulnerabilities in Argosoft Mail Server Pro 1.8.7.6 allow remote authenticated users to (1) read arbitrary files via the UIDL parameter to the msg script or (2) copy or…

Published Apr 22, 2005argosoftEPSS 1.68%

Overview

CVE-2005-1283 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting argosoft argosoft_mail_server. It was published on April 22, 2005 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

Multiple directory traversal vulnerabilities in Argosoft Mail Server Pro 1.8.7.6 allow remote authenticated users to (1) read arbitrary files via the UIDL parameter to the msg script or (2) copy or move the user's .eml file to arbitrary locations via the delete script, a different vulnerability than CVE-2005-0367.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from argosoft. Update argosoft_mail_server to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Affected products

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-1283?

CVE-2005-1283 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting argosoft argosoft_mail_server. It was published on April 22, 2005 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2005-1283?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2005-1283?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from argosoft. Update argosoft_mail_server to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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