Vulnerability Description
Multiple buffer overflows in Hypermail 2 before 2.1.6 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code (1) via a long attachment filename that is not properly handled by the hypermail executable, or (2) by connecting to the mail CGI program from an IP address that reverse-resolves to a long hostname.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Hypermail | Hypermail | 2.0b25 |
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/vulnwatch/2003-q1/0042.html
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=104369136703903&w=2
- http://secunia.com/advisories/8030
- http://www.debian.org/security/2003/dsa-248
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/6689
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/6690
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/11157
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/11158
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/vulnwatch/2003-q1/0042.html
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=104369136703903&w=2
- http://secunia.com/advisories/8030
- http://www.debian.org/security/2003/dsa-248
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/6689
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/6690
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/11157
FAQ
What is CVE-2003-0057?
CVE-2003-0057 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Multiple buffer overflows in Hypermail 2 before 2.1.6 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code (1) via a long attachment filename that is not properly h...
How severe is CVE-2003-0057?
CVE-2003-0057 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-2003-0057?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Hypermail Hypermail.