Vulnerability Description
Integer overflow in the fetch_io function of the imap4d server in GNU Mailutils 0.5 and 0.6, and other versions before 0.6.90, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a partial message request with a large value in the END parameter, which leads to a heap-based buffer overflow.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gnu | Mailutils | 0.5 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/15442Vendor Advisory
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1014052
- http://www.debian.org/security/2005/dsa-732
- http://www.idefense.com/application/poi/display?id=248&type=vulnerabilitiesPatch
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/13763Patch
- http://secunia.com/advisories/15442Vendor Advisory
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1014052
- http://www.debian.org/security/2005/dsa-732
- http://www.idefense.com/application/poi/display?id=248&type=vulnerabilitiesPatch
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/13763Patch
FAQ
What is CVE-2005-1521?
CVE-2005-1521 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Integer overflow in the fetch_io function of the imap4d server in GNU Mailutils 0.5 and 0.6, and other versions before 0.6.90, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a partial message r...
How severe is CVE-2005-1521?
CVE-2005-1521 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-2005-1521?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Gnu Mailutils.