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CVE-2000-0096: Buffer Overflow

First published: Wed Jan 26 2000(Updated: )

Buffer overflow in qpopper 3.0 beta versions allows local users to gain privileges via a long LIST command.

Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Qpopper=3.0
Qpopper=3.0beta1
Qpopper=3.0beta2
Qpopper=3.0beta3
Qpopper=3.0beta4
Qpopper=3.0beta5
Qpopper=3.0beta6
Qpopper=3.0beta7
Qpopper=3.0beta8
Qpopper=3.0beta9
Qpopper=3.0beta10
Qpopper=3.0beta11
Qpopper=3.0beta12
Qpopper=3.0beta13
Qpopper=3.0beta14
Qpopper=3.0beta15
Qpopper=3.0beta16
Qpopper=3.0beta17
Qpopper=3.0beta18
Qpopper=3.0beta19
Qpopper=3.0beta20
Qpopper=3.0beta21
Qpopper=3.0beta22
Qpopper=3.0beta23
Qpopper=3.0beta24
Qpopper=3.0beta25
Qpopper=3.0beta26
Qpopper=3.0beta27
Qpopper=3.0beta28
Qpopper=3.0beta29

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2000-0096?

    CVE-2000-0096 is categorized as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for local privilege escalation.

  • How do I fix CVE-2000-0096?

    To mitigate CVE-2000-0096, update to a non-beta version of qpopper or apply any available patches.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2000-0096?

    CVE-2000-0096 affects users running vulnerable beta versions of the qpopper mail server software.

  • What causes CVE-2000-0096?

    CVE-2000-0096 is caused by a buffer overflow vulnerability in qpopper triggered by excessively long LIST commands.

  • Can CVE-2000-0096 be exploited remotely?

    CVE-2000-0096 cannot be exploited remotely as it requires local access to the affected system.

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