CVE-2024-25584

Description

Dovecot accepts dot LF DOT LF symbol as end of DATA command. RFC requires that it should always be CR LF DOT CR LF. This causes Dovecot to convert single mail with LF DOT LF in middle, into two emails when relaying to SMTP. Dovecot will split mail with LF DOT LF into two mails. Upgrade to latest released version. No publicly available exploits are known.

Category

5.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.04%
Vendor Advisory open-xchange.com
Affected: Open-Xchange GmbH OX Dovecot Pro
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://documentation.open-xchange.com/dovecot/security/advisories/csaf/2024/oxdc-adv-2024-0001.json vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-25584?
CVE-2024-25584 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-25584?
To fix CVE-2024-25584, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2024-25584 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-25584 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2024-25584?
CVE-2024-25584 affects Open-Xchange GmbH OX Dovecot Pro.
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