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CVE-2012-4596: Directory traversal vulnerability in McAfee Email Gateway (MEG) 7.0.0 and 7.0.1 allows remote authenticated...

Directory traversal vulnerability in McAfee Email Gateway (MEG) 7.0.0 and 7.0.1 allows remote authenticated users to bypass intended access restrictions and download arbitrary files via a crafted URL.

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This flaw could let a logged-in remote user bypass intended restrictions on McAfee Email Gateway 7.0.0 or 7.0.1 and download files they should not access. The business risk is exposure of sensitive appliance files, depending on what the authenticated account can reach. Exposure is limited to environments still running McAfee Email Gateway 7.0.0 or 7.0.1 with authenticated remote access to the vulnerable interface. The bundle does not identify other affected products or versions. Treat as a targeted legacy-appliance risk. Prioritize confirmation and remediation if MEG 7.0.0 or 7.0.1 is still deployed, especially where remote administrative access is broad or sensitive mail infrastructure data may be exposed. Mitigation focus: Identify any McAfee Email Gateway 7.0.0 or 7.0.1 deployments.; Review McAfee advisory SB10026 for vendor-supported fixes or workarounds.; Restrict remote access to trusted administrative networks and users..

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