CVE Catalog

CVE-2017-9046

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

In Pegasus Mail (Pmail) version 4.72 build 572, there is a vulnerability that allows code execution via a crafted ssgp.dll file installed locally. Clicking on a mailto: link on a remote web page can trigger the attack if ssgp.dll is on the desktop and executes arbitrary code in the DllMain function.

Risk Assessment

This vulnerability poses a risk of executing malicious code on the user's system, potentially leading to data loss or system takeover. Organizations should be aware of the potential threats associated with opening links in email messages.

Recommendation

It is recommended to avoid opening mailto: links from unknown sources and to monitor and update Pegasus Mail software to the latest version to minimize the risk of this vulnerability being exploited.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

winpm-32.exe in Pegasus Mail (aka Pmail) v4.72 build 572 allows code execution via a crafted ssgp.dll file that must be installed locally. For example, if ssgp.dll is on the desktop and executes arbitrary code in the DllMain function, then clicking on a mailto: link on a remote web page triggers the attack.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS