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HIGH · 10.0

CVE-2005-2655

lockmail in maildrop before 1.5.3 does not drop privileges before executing commands, which allows local users to gain privileges via command line arguments.

Vulnerability Description

lockmail in maildrop before 1.5.3 does not drop privileges before executing commands, which allows local users to gain privileges via command line arguments.

CVSS Score

10.0

HIGH

AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Confidentiality
COMPLETE
Integrity
COMPLETE
Availability
COMPLETE

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
MaildropMaildrop0.50

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2005-2655?

CVE-2005-2655 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 10.0 (HIGH). lockmail in maildrop before 1.5.3 does not drop privileges before executing commands, which allows local users to gain privileges via command line arguments.

How severe is CVE-2005-2655?

CVE-2005-2655 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 10.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2005-2655?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Maildrop Maildrop.