CVE-2000-0481: Buffer Overflow
Buffer overflow in KDE Kmail allows a remote attacker to cause a denial of service via an attachment with a long file name.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Remove
Remove
KMailfrom your environment.Uninstall KMail from affected systems until the vendor issues a patch that fixes the buffer overflow vulnerability.
- Compensating control
At the email gateway/MTA, block, quarantine, or strip attachments whose filenames exceed a reasonable length; reject or quarantine messages with unusually long attachment filenames to prevent exploitation via overly long names.
- Operational
Advise users to not open or preview attachments from untrusted senders and to delete suspicious messages; if attachment analysis is required, open them only on isolated/sandboxed systems.
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2000-0481?
CVE-2000-0481 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause a denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0481?
To mitigate CVE-2000-0481, you should upgrade to a non-vulnerable version of KDE KMail or apply any available patches from the vendor.
Which versions of KDE KMail are affected by CVE-2000-0481?
KDE KMail versions 1.0.23 to 1.0.29.1 are affected by CVE-2000-0481.
What type of attack does CVE-2000-0481 enable?
CVE-2000-0481 enables remote attackers to execute a denial of service attack through specially crafted email attachments with long file names.
Is there a known exploit for CVE-2000-0481?
Yes, there are known exploits that take advantage of CVE-2000-0481, targeting specific versions of KDE KMail.