CVE-2015-8078

CVE-2015-8078 is a high-severity vulnerability in Cyrus Imap with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. 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-189.

Key facts

Description

Integer overflow in the index_urlfetch function in imap/index.c in Cyrus IMAP 2.3.19, 2.4.18, and 2.5.6 allows remote attackers to have unspecified impact via vectors related to urlfetch range checks and the section_offset variable. NOTE: this vulnerability exists because of an incomplete fix for CVE-2015-8076.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2015-8078?
Integer overflow in the index_urlfetch function in imap/index.c in Cyrus IMAP 2.3.19, 2.4.18, and 2.5.6 allows remote attackers to have unspecified impact via vectors related to urlfetch range checks and the section_offset variable. NOTE: this vulnerability exists because of an incomplete fix for CVE-2015-8076.
How severe is CVE-2015-8078?
CVE-2015-8078 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2015-8078 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (84th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2015-8078?
CVE-2015-8078 primarily affects Cyrus Imap. In total, 43 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2015-8078?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2015-8078 published?
CVE-2015-8078 was published on 2015-12-03 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (43)

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