CVE-2006-0709
UnknownEPSS 6.27%
Last modified
CVE-2006-0709 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Buffer overflow in Metamail 2.7-50 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) or possibly execute arbitrary code via e-mail messages with a long boundary attribute, a different vulnerability than CVE-2004-0105.. EPSS estimates a 6.27% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Buffer overflow in Metamail 2.7-50 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) or possibly execute arbitrary code via e-mail messages with a long boundary attribute, a different vulnerability than CVE-2004-0105.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Metamail Corporation | Metamail | 2.7.50 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/18796Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/18987Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/19000Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2006-0217.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/16611Exploit, Patch
- http://wwwnew.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2006:047Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/18796Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/18987Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/19000Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2006-0217.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/16611Exploit, Patch
- http://wwwnew.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2006:047Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2006-0709?
Buffer overflow in Metamail 2.7-50 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) or possibly execute arbitrary code via e-mail messages with a long boundary attribute, a different vulnerability than CVE-2004-0105.
How severe is CVE-2006-0709?
Severity scoring for CVE-2006-0709 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 6.27% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2006-0709?
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.
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