CVE-2010-4533
9.8 · CRITICALofflineimap before 6.3.4 added support for SSL server certificate validation but it is still possible to use SSL v2 protocol, which is a flawed protocol with multiple security deficiencies.
Overview
CVE-2010-4533 is a critical-severity vulnerability. It was published on November 13, 2019 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).
This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.8, rated CRITICAL. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.
Technical description
offlineimap before 6.3.4 added support for SSL server certificate validation but it is still possible to use SSL v2 protocol, which is a flawed protocol with multiple security deficiencies.
Remediation
Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. 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.
References
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Frequently asked questions
What is CVE-2010-4533?
CVE-2010-4533 is a critical-severity vulnerability. It was published on November 13, 2019 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).
How severe is CVE-2010-4533?
This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.8, rated CRITICAL. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.
How do I fix or remediate CVE-2010-4533?
Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. 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.
How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2010-4533?
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