CVE-2011-3208
UnknownEPSS 5.37%
Last modified
CVE-2011-3208 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Stack-based buffer overflow in the split_wildmats function in nntpd.c in nntpd in Cyrus IMAP Server before 2.3.17 and 2.4.x before 2.4.11 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted NNTP command.. EPSS estimates a 5.37% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Stack-based buffer overflow in the split_wildmats function in nntpd.c in nntpd in Cyrus IMAP Server before 2.3.17 and 2.4.x before 2.4.11 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted NNTP command.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Cmu | Cyrus Imap Server | <= 2.3.16 |
| Cmu | Cyrus Imap Server | 2.0.17 |
| Cmu | Cyrus Imap Server | 2.1.16 |
| Cmu | Cyrus Imap Server | 2.1.17 |
| Cmu | Cyrus Imap Server | 2.1.18 |
| Cmu | Cyrus Imap Server | 2.2.8 |
| Cmu | Cyrus Imap Server | 2.2.9 |
| Cmu | Cyrus Imap Server | 2.2.10 |
| Cmu | Cyrus Imap Server | 2.2.11 |
| Cmu | Cyrus Imap Server | 2.2.12 |
| Cmu | Cyrus Imap Server | 2.2.13 |
| Cmu | Cyrus Imap Server | 2.2.13p1 |
| Cmu | Cyrus Imap Server | 2.2.14 |
| Cmu | Cyrus Imap Server | 2.3.0 |
| Cmu | Cyrus Imap Server | 2.3.1 |
| Cmu | Cyrus Imap Server | 2.3.2 |
| Cmu | Cyrus Imap Server | 2.3.3 |
| Cmu | Cyrus Imap Server | 2.3.4 |
| Cmu | Cyrus Imap Server | 2.3.5 |
| Cmu | Cyrus Imap Server | 2.3.6 |
| Cmu | Cyrus Imap Server | 2.3.7 |
| Cmu | Cyrus Imap Server | 2.3.8 |
| Cmu | Cyrus Imap Server | 2.3.9 |
| Cmu | Cyrus Imap Server | 2.3.10 |
| Cmu | Cyrus Imap Server | 2.3.11 |
| Cmu | Cyrus Imap Server | 2.3.12 |
| Cmu | Cyrus Imap Server | 2.3.13 |
| Cmu | Cyrus Imap Server | 2.3.14 |
| Cmu | Cyrus Imap Server | 2.3.15 |
| Cmu | Cyrus Imap Server | 2.4.0 |
| Cmu | Cyrus Imap Server | 2.4.1 |
| Cmu | Cyrus Imap Server | 2.4.2 |
| Cmu | Cyrus Imap Server | 2.4.3 |
| Cmu | Cyrus Imap Server | 2.4.4 |
| Cmu | Cyrus Imap Server | 2.4.5 |
| Cmu | Cyrus Imap Server | 2.4.6 |
| Cmu | Cyrus Imap Server | 2.4.7 |
| Cmu | Cyrus Imap Server | 2.4.8 |
| Cmu | Cyrus Imap Server | 2.4.9 |
| Cmu | Cyrus Imap Server | 2.4.10 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/45938Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/45975Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/46064Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/45938Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/45975Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/46064Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2011-3208?
Stack-based buffer overflow in the split_wildmats function in nntpd.c in nntpd in Cyrus IMAP Server before 2.3.17 and 2.4.x before 2.4.11 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted NNTP command.
How severe is CVE-2011-3208?
Severity scoring for CVE-2011-3208 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 5.37% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2011-3208?
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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