Vulnerability Description
Buffer overflow in the ParseHeader function in clsOWA.cls in POP3/SMTP to OWA (pop2owa) 1.1.3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long header in an e-mail message.
CVSS Score
10.0
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Owa | Owa | 1.1.3 |
References
- http://sourceforge.net/project/shownotes.php?release_id=473941&group_id=152204Patch
- http://sourceforge.net/tracker/index.php?func=detail&aid=1621688&group_id=152204Vendor Advisory
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/0160
- http://sourceforge.net/project/shownotes.php?release_id=473941&group_id=152204Patch
- http://sourceforge.net/tracker/index.php?func=detail&aid=1621688&group_id=152204Vendor Advisory
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/0160
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-6940?
CVE-2006-6940 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 10.0 (HIGH). Buffer overflow in the ParseHeader function in clsOWA.cls in POP3/SMTP to OWA (pop2owa) 1.1.3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long header in an e-mail message.
How severe is CVE-2006-6940?
CVE-2006-6940 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-2006-6940?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Owa Owa.