Vulnerability Description
Buffer overflow in Ipswitch IMail Service 5.0 allows an attacker to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary commands via a long URL.
CVSS Score
5.0
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ipswitch | Imail | 5.0 |
References
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=92038879607336&w=2
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/505ExploitPatch
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/1898
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=92038879607336&w=2
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/505ExploitPatch
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/1898
FAQ
What is CVE-1999-1551?
CVE-1999-1551 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). Buffer overflow in Ipswitch IMail Service 5.0 allows an attacker to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary commands via a long URL.
How severe is CVE-1999-1551?
CVE-1999-1551 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-1999-1551?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ipswitch Imail.