Vulnerability Description
Multiple buffer overflows in conf.c for Masqmail 0.1.x before 0.1.17, and 0.2.x before 0.2.15, allow local users to gain privileges via certain entries in the configuration file (-C option).
CVSS Score
7.2
HIGH
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Masqmail | Masqmail | 0.1.16 |
References
- http://lists.masqmail.cx/pipermail/masqmail/2002-November/000040.html
- http://lists.masqmail.cx/pipermail/masqmail/2002-November/000041.html
- http://www.debian.org/security/2002/dsa-194PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/10605.phpVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/6164
- http://lists.masqmail.cx/pipermail/masqmail/2002-November/000040.html
- http://lists.masqmail.cx/pipermail/masqmail/2002-November/000041.html
- http://www.debian.org/security/2002/dsa-194PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/10605.phpVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/6164
FAQ
What is CVE-2002-1279?
CVE-2002-1279 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). Multiple buffer overflows in conf.c for Masqmail 0.1.x before 0.1.17, and 0.2.x before 0.2.15, allow local users to gain privileges via certain entries in the configuration file (-C option).
How severe is CVE-2002-1279?
CVE-2002-1279 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2002-1279?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Masqmail Masqmail.