Vulnerability identifier: #VU74971

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 3.2 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2023-0547

CWE-ID: CWE-254

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Mozilla Thunderbird
Client/Desktop applications / Messaging software

Vendor: Mozilla

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain access to sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to an error when processing revocation status of S/mime recipient certificates. OCSP revocation status of recipient certificates is not checked when sending S/Mime encrypted email, as a result revoked certificates are accepted.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Mozilla Thunderbird: 102.0 - 102.9.1

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External links
http://www.mozilla.org/en-US/security/advisories/mfsa2023-15/

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.