CVE-2006-5298: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2006-5298: The mutt_adv_mktemp function in the Mutt mail client 1.5.12 and earlier does not properly verify that tempo...

The mutt_adv_mktemp function in the Mutt mail client 1.5.12 and earlier does not properly verify that temporary files have been created with restricted permissions, which might allow local users to create files with weak permissions via a race condition between the mktemp and safe_fopen function calls.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 19:48 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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CVE-2006-5298 affects older Mutt mail clients. Temporary files could be created with weaker permissions because file creation was not verified safely. The practical risk is local: another user on the same system might take advantage of a timing issue to influence file permissions or exposure. Exposure is most likely on legacy Unix/Linux systems still running Mutt 1.5.12 or earlier, especially shared hosts with multiple local users. Modern supported distributions are less likely exposed if they applied the referenced 2006 vendor advisories. Treat this as a legacy hygiene issue unless vulnerable Mutt remains on shared systems. It is not presented as remotely exploitable or actively exploited, but local multi-user exposure can matter on older mail infrastructure. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems for Mutt 1.5.12 or earlier.; Apply supported distribution or vendor updates for Mutt.; Review Ubuntu, Mandriva, Trustix, or local vendor advisories..

Prepared: Jun 29, 2026, 09:52 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Oct 16, 2006, 19:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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