CVE-2006-0559
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CVE-2006-0559 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Format string vulnerability in the SMTP server for McAfee WebShield 4.5 MR2 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via format strings in the domain name portion of a destination address, which are not properly handled when a bounce message is constructed.. EPSS estimates a 6.08% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Format string vulnerability in the SMTP server for McAfee WebShield 4.5 MR2 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via format strings in the domain name portion of a destination address, which are not properly handled when a bounce message is constructed.
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Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mcafee | Webshield Smtp | <= 4.5 | Mr2 Patch |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/19491Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/19491Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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