OSVDB ID: 20267 Title: Fetchmail fetchmailconf Race Condition Password Disclosure |
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Description |
Fetchmail contains a flaw that may lead to an unauthorized password exposure. It is possible to gain access to plain text passwords when the fetchmailconf utility is used to create a configuration. The utility writes the configuration file before restricting access to other users, which may lead to a loss of confidentiality. |
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Local Access Required
Attack Type: Information Disclosure Impact: Loss of Confidentiality Exploit: Exploit Available Disclosure: OSVDB Verified |
Solution |
Upgrade to version 6.2.5.4 or higher, as it has been reported to fix this vulnerability. An upgrade is required as there are no known workarounds. |
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Unknown or Incomplete |