CVE-2006-6761

Name: CVE-2006-6761
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2006-12-27T02:28:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 53.67%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2006-6761 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Stack-based buffer overflow in the IMAP daemon (IMAPD) in Novell NetMail before 3.52e FTF2 allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary code via a long argument to the SUBSCRIBE command.. EPSS estimates a 53.67% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Stack-based buffer overflow in the IMAP daemon (IMAPD) in Novell NetMail before 3.52e FTF2 allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary code via a long argument to the SUBSCRIBE command.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

53.67%

98.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions	Update
Novell	Netmail	3.5.2	A

References

http://labs.idefense.com/intelligence/vulnerabilities/display.php?id=454Patch
http://secunia.com/advisories/23437Exploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://securitytracker.com/id?1017437Patch
http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/863313US Government Resource
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/21728Patch
http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/5134
https://secure-support.novell.com/KanisaPlatform/Publishing/328/3717068_f.SAL_Public.htmlPatch
http://labs.idefense.com/intelligence/vulnerabilities/display.php?id=454Patch
http://secunia.com/advisories/23437Exploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://securitytracker.com/id?1017437Patch
http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/863313US Government Resource
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/21728Patch
http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/5134
https://secure-support.novell.com/KanisaPlatform/Publishing/328/3717068_f.SAL_Public.htmlPatch

Timeline

Published: Dec 27, 2006
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2006-6761?

Stack-based buffer overflow in the IMAP daemon (IMAPD) in Novell NetMail before 3.52e FTF2 allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary code via a long argument to the SUBSCRIBE command.

How severe is CVE-2006-6761?

Severity scoring for CVE-2006-6761 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 53.67% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2006-6761?

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-2006-6761?

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Source: NVD / NIST