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CVE-2015-2181

8.8 · HIGH

Multiple buffer overflows in the DBMail driver in the Password plugin in Roundcube before 1.1.0 allow remote attackers to have unspecified impact via the (1) password or (2) username.

Published Jan 30, 2017CWE-119EPSS 2.87%

Overview

CVE-2015-2181 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on January 30, 2017 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 8.8 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 8.8, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

Multiple buffer overflows in the DBMail driver in the Password plugin in Roundcube before 1.1.0 allow remote attackers to have unspecified impact via the (1) password or (2) username.

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.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2015-2181?

CVE-2015-2181 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on January 30, 2017 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 8.8 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2015-2181?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 8.8, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2015-2181?

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.

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