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CVE-2005-0404: KMail 1.7.1 in KDE 3.3.2 allows remote attackers to spoof email information, such as whether the email has...

KMail 1.7.1 in KDE 3.3.2 allows remote attackers to spoof email information, such as whether the email has been digitally signed or encrypted, via HTML formatted email.

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This flaw lets a malicious HTML email mislead KMail users about message trust signals, including whether an email appears digitally signed or encrypted. The main business risk is social engineering: users may trust a forged message because the client displays misleading security information. Exposure appears limited to environments still using KMail 1.7.1 with KDE 3.3.2, especially where HTML email rendering is enabled. Modern fleets are likely unaffected unless legacy Linux desktop images remain in use. Handle as a legacy exposure cleanup item, not an emergency based on the supplied evidence. Prioritize if affected clients are used by executives, finance, legal, or security teams that rely on signed or encrypted email indicators. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems for KMail 1.7.1 and KDE 3.3.2.; Check KDE or distribution guidance for fixed versions or backports.; Prefer plain-text email rendering on affected clients..

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