Vulnerability Description
Buffer overflow in the base64 decoder in MERCUR Mailserver 4.2 before SP3a allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code via a long (1) AUTH command to the POP3 server or (2) AUTHENTICATE command to the IMAP server.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Atrium Software | Mercur Mailserver | 3.3 |
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/fulldisclosure/2003-q4/1459.htmlExploit
- http://secunia.com/advisories/10038Patch
- http://www.atrium-software.com/mail%20server/pub/mcr42sp3a.html
- http://www.osvdb.org/2688
- http://www.securiteam.com/windowsntfocus/6U00N1P8KC.htmlExploit
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/8861Exploit
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/8889Exploit
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/13468
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/fulldisclosure/2003-q4/1459.htmlExploit
- http://secunia.com/advisories/10038Patch
- http://www.atrium-software.com/mail%20server/pub/mcr42sp3a.html
- http://www.osvdb.org/2688
- http://www.securiteam.com/windowsntfocus/6U00N1P8KC.htmlExploit
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/8861Exploit
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/8889Exploit
FAQ
What is CVE-2003-1177?
CVE-2003-1177 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Buffer overflow in the base64 decoder in MERCUR Mailserver 4.2 before SP3a allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code via a long (1) AUTH command to the P...
How severe is CVE-2003-1177?
CVE-2003-1177 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-2003-1177?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Atrium Software Mercur Mailserver.