Vulnerability Description
Off-by-one error in Pegasus Mail 4.21a through 4.21c and 4.30PB1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long email message header, which triggers a one-byte buffer overflow.
CVSS Score
5.1
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:H/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| David Harris | Pegasus Mail | 4.21a |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17992Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/secunia_research/2005-61/advisory/Vendor Advisory
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1015385
- http://www.osvdb.org/21843
- http://www.pmail.com/newsflash.htm#secuniaVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/419908/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/15973
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17992Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/secunia_research/2005-61/advisory/Vendor Advisory
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1015385
- http://www.osvdb.org/21843
- http://www.pmail.com/newsflash.htm#secuniaVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/419908/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/15973
FAQ
What is CVE-2005-4445?
CVE-2005-4445 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.1 (MEDIUM). Off-by-one error in Pegasus Mail 4.21a through 4.21c and 4.30PB1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long email message header, which triggers a one-byte buffer overflow.
How severe is CVE-2005-4445?
CVE-2005-4445 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2005-4445?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: David Harris Pegasus Mail.