Vulnerability Description
Buffer overflow in Sendmail before 8.12.5, when configured to use a custom DNS map to query TXT records, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code via a malicious DNS server.
CVSS Score
7.5
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Sendmail | Sendmail | 8.12.0 |
References
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/9443.phpPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/814627US Government Resource
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/5122
- http://www.sendmail.org/8.12.5.html
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/9443.phpPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/814627US Government Resource
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/5122
- http://www.sendmail.org/8.12.5.html
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
FAQ
What is CVE-2002-0906?
CVE-2002-0906 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Buffer overflow in Sendmail before 8.12.5, when configured to use a custom DNS map to query TXT records, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code via a ...
How severe is CVE-2002-0906?
CVE-2002-0906 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2002-0906?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Sendmail Sendmail.