CVE-2008-0072 describes a format string vulnerability in the emf_multipart_encrypted function within Evolution 2.12.3 and earlier, allowing remote attackers to execute arbitrary code through a specially crafted encrypted message. This vulnerability carries a CVSS score of 6.8, indicating a medium severity with a network attack vector, medium attack complexity, and potential for partial compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Despite its age and the potential for remote code execution, there is no evidence of active exploitation, publicly available exploit code (Metasploit, Nuclei, ExploitDB), or significant community discussion or media coverage.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
<= 2.12.3CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:gnome:evolution:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 2.0
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
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