CVE-2017-14230: Input Validation

Published Sep 10, 2017
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Updated

In the mboxlistdofind function in imap/mboxlist.c in Cyrus IMAP before 3.0.4, an off-by-one error in prefix calculation for the LIST command caused use of uninitialized memory, which might allow remote attackers to obtain sensitive information or cause a denial of service (daemon crash) via a 'LIST "" "Other Users"' command.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Cyrus IMAP<=3.0.3

Event History

Sep 10, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-14230?

CVE-2017-14230 has a medium severity level due to its potential for information disclosure and denial of service.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-14230?

To fix CVE-2017-14230, upgrade to Cyrus IMAP version 3.0.4 or later.

3

What does CVE-2017-14230 affect?

CVE-2017-14230 affects Cyrus IMAP versions prior to 3.0.4.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-14230?

CVE-2017-14230 is an off-by-one error vulnerability that can lead to the use of uninitialized memory.

5

Can CVE-2017-14230 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2017-14230 can potentially be exploited by remote attackers to obtain sensitive information.

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