CVE-2000-0198: Buffer Overflow
Buffer overflow in POP3 and IMAP servers in the MERCUR mail server suite allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Remove
Remove
Mercury Mail Serverfrom your environment.Uninstall the Mercury Mail Server (and its POP3/IMAP components) if those services are not required, to eliminate the vulnerable software from the environment.
- Configuration
Disable the IMAP4 server component in the MERCUR/Mercury mail server suite to prevent remote exploitation of the reported buffer overflow.
Atrium Software Mercur Imap4 Server service_enabled = false - Configuration
Disable the POP3 server component in the MERCUR/Mercury mail server suite to prevent remote exploitation of the reported buffer overflow.
Atrium Software Mercur Pop3 Server service_enabled = false - Compensating control
Restrict or block network access to POP3 and IMAP services for the affected MERCUR/Mercury mail server instances at the network perimeter (firewall/ACL) until a vendor-supplied fix is available.
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2000-0198?
CVE-2000-0198 has a critical severity due to its potential to cause a denial of service.
What kind of vulnerability is CVE-2000-0198?
CVE-2000-0198 is a buffer overflow vulnerability affecting POP3 and IMAP servers.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0198?
To fix CVE-2000-0198, update the affected software to the latest patched version.
Which software is affected by CVE-2000-0198?
CVE-2000-0198 affects Atrium Software Mercur Mailserver, POP3 Server, and IMAP4 Server.
Who is at risk from CVE-2000-0198?
Remote attackers can exploit CVE-2000-0198 to compromise systems running the vulnerable mail servers.