CVE-2005-0892

Name: CVE-2005-0892
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2005-03-28T05:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 9.00%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2005-0892 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Buffer overflow in smail 3.2.0.120 allows remote attackers or local users to execute arbitrary code via a long string in the MAIL FROM command and possibly other SMTP commands.. EPSS estimates a 9.00% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Buffer overflow in smail 3.2.0.120 allows remote attackers or local users to execute arbitrary code via a long string in the MAIL FROM command and possibly other SMTP commands.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

9.00%

94.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Smail	Smail	3.2.0.120

References

http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=111177045217717&w=2
http://www.debian.org/security/2005/dsa-722Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=111177045217717&w=2
http://www.debian.org/security/2005/dsa-722Patch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Mar 28, 2005
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2005-0892?

Buffer overflow in smail 3.2.0.120 allows remote attackers or local users to execute arbitrary code via a long string in the MAIL FROM command and possibly other SMTP commands.

How severe is CVE-2005-0892?

Severity scoring for CVE-2005-0892 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 9.00% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2005-0892?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

Are you affected by CVE-2005-0892?

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Source: NVD / NIST