KDE KMail Vulnerability in Send Later Feature
CVE-2017-9604

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Kde

Status
Kmail
Messagelib
Vendor
CVE Published:
13 June 2017

What is CVE-2017-9604?

KDE KMail and messagelib versions before 5.5.2 do not adequately secure the sign/encrypt action during the use of the Send Later feature. This oversight enables remote attackers to potentially intercept sensitive information transmitted over the network, compromising user confidentiality. Users are urged to update to the latest versions to mitigate risks associated with this vulnerability.

References

https://commits.kde.org/messagelib/c54706e990bbd6498e7b15...
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https://commits.kde.org/kmail/78c5552be2f00a4ac25bd77ca39...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.5
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability Reserved

  • Vulnerability published

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