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Vulnerability Assessment Details

IMail account hijack

Vulnerability Assessment Summary
Checks for version of IMail web interface

Detailed Explanation for this Vulnerability Assessment

The remote host is running IMail web interface.
In this version, the session is maintained via the URL. It
will be disclosed in the Referer field if you receive an
email with external links (e.g. images)

Solution : Upgrade to IMail 7.06
or turn off the 'ignore source address in security check' option.

Network Security Threat Level: Medium

Networks Security ID:

Vulnerability Assessment Copyright: Copyright (C) 2003 Michel Arboi

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