CVE-2007-0543

CVE-2007-0543 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Zixforum with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.4. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

ZixForum 1.14 and earlier stores sensitive information under the web root with insufficient access control, which allows remote attackers to download a database containing passwords via a direct request for Zixforum.mdb. NOTE: a followup post suggests that this issue only occurs if the administrator does not properly follow installation directions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2007-0543?
ZixForum 1.14 and earlier stores sensitive information under the web root with insufficient access control, which allows remote attackers to download a database containing passwords via a direct request for Zixforum.mdb. NOTE: a followup post suggests that this issue only occurs if the administrator does not properly follow installation directions.
How severe is CVE-2007-0543?
CVE-2007-0543 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.4, rated critical severity.
Is CVE-2007-0543 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (73rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2007-0543?
CVE-2007-0543 affects Zixforum. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2007-0543?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2007-0543 published?
CVE-2007-0543 was published on 2007-01-29 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)