CVE-2006-3242
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CVE-2006-3242 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Stack-based buffer overflow in the browse_get_namespace function in imap/browse.c of Mutt 1.4.2.1 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) or execute arbitrary code via long namespaces received from the IMAP server.. EPSS estimates a 5.89% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Stack-based buffer overflow in the browse_get_namespace function in imap/browse.c of Mutt 1.4.2.1 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) or execute arbitrary code via long namespaces received from the IMAP server.
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Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mutt | Mutt | 1.4.2 |
| Mutt | Mutt | 1.4.2.1 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20810Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20810Vendor Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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