CVE-2014-5369:Enigmail 1.7.x before 1.7.2 sends emails in plaintext when encryption is enabled and only BCC recipients are specified, allowing remote attackers to obtain sensitive information by sniffing the network. (CVE-2014-5369)

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Enigmail version 1.7.x before 1.7.2 is affected by a vulnerability where emails are sent in plaintext when encryption is enabled and only BCC recipients are specified. This flaw can be exploited by remote attackers to intercept and obtain sensitive information by sniffing the network traffic.

Overview

This vulnerability in Enigmail allows attackers to bypass encryption and view the content of emails sent with BCC recipients only. By exploiting this issue, attackers can intercept sensitive information, potentially leading to data breaches and privacy violations.

Remediation

To remediate this vulnerability, users should update their Enigmail installation to version 1.7.2 or later. It is recommended to always use encryption for email communication and avoid relying solely on BCC recipients for privacy protection. Regularly checking for software updates and applying security patches is crucial to mitigate the risk of exploitation.

References

  1. openSUSE-SU-2014:1096 - http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2014-09/msg00008.html
  2. 60779 - http://secunia.com/advisories/60779
  3. http://sourceforge.net/p/enigmail/forum/support/thread/3e7268a4/
  4. 60887 - http://secunia.com/advisories/60887
  5. https://advisories.mageia.org/MGASA-2014-0421.html
  6. GLSA-201504-01 - https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201504-01
  7. http://sourceforge.net/p/enigmail/bugs/294/
  8. openSUSE-SU-2014:1086 - http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2014-09/msg00004.html
  9. [oss-security] 20140821 Re: Enigmail warning - http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/08/22/1
  10. [oss-security] 20140818 Enigmail warning - http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/08/18/2
  11. 61854 - http://secunia.com/advisories/61854

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  1. Accommodation & Food Services
    Accommodation & Food Services
  2. Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
    Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
  3. Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
    Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
  4. Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
    Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
  5. Construction
    Construction
  6. Educational Services
    Educational Services
  7. Finance and Insurance
    Finance and Insurance
  8. Health Care & Social Assistance
    Health Care & Social Assistance
  9. Information
    Information
  10. Management of Companies & Enterprises
    Management of Companies & Enterprises
  11. Manufacturing
    Manufacturing
  12. Mining
    Mining
  13. Other Services (except Public Administration)
    Other Services (except Public Administration)
  14. Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
    Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
  15. Public Administration
    Public Administration
  16. Real Estate Rental & Leasing
    Real Estate Rental & Leasing
  17. Retail Trade
    Retail Trade
  18. Transportation & Warehousing
    Transportation & Warehousing
  19. Utilities
    Utilities
  20. Wholesale Trade
    Wholesale Trade

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