How severe is CVE-2009-5032?

CVE-2009-5032 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.8, rated medium severity.

Is CVE-2009-5032 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (61st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2009-5032?

CVE-2009-5032 primarily affects Ibm Lotus Notes Traveler. In total, 6 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2009-5032?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

When was CVE-2009-5032 published?

CVE-2009-5032 was published on 2010-12-16 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2009-5032

CVE-2009-5032 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Ibm Lotus Notes Traveler with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-310.

Key facts

Severity: Medium (CVSS 2.0 base score 5.8)
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (61st percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-310
Affected product: Ibm Lotus Notes Traveler
Published: 2010-12-16
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The encrypted e-mail feature in IBM Lotus Notes Traveler before 8.5.0.2 sends unencrypted messages when the feature is used without uploading a Notes ID file, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain sensitive information by sniffing the network.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2009-5032?: The encrypted e-mail feature in IBM Lotus Notes Traveler before 8.5.0.2 sends unencrypted messages when the feature is used without uploading a Notes ID file, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain sensitive information by sniffing the network.
How severe is CVE-2009-5032?: CVE-2009-5032 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.8, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2009-5032 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (61st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2009-5032?: CVE-2009-5032 primarily affects Ibm Lotus Notes Traveler. In total, 6 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2009-5032?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2009-5032 published?: CVE-2009-5032 was published on 2010-12-16 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (6)

cpe:2.3:a:ibm:lotus_notes_traveler:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:lotus_notes_traveler:8.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:lotus_notes_traveler:8.0.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:lotus_notes_traveler:8.0.1.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:lotus_notes_traveler:8.0.1.3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:lotus_notes_traveler:8.5.0.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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