CVE-2000-1197: Low severity University of Washington imap vulnerability
POP2 or POP3 server (pop3d) in imap-uw IMAP package on FreeBSD and other operating systems creates lock files with predictable names, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (lack of mail access) for other users by creating lock files for other mail boxes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2000-1197?
CVE-2000-1197 is considered a denial-of-service vulnerability that can affect mail access for users.
How do I fix CVE-2000-1197?
To fix CVE-2000-1197, ensure that your POP2 and POP3 servers do not create predictable lock file names and update the imap-uw IMAP package to a secure version.
What systems are impacted by CVE-2000-1197?
CVE-2000-1197 affects the imap-uw IMAP package on FreeBSD and potentially other operating systems.
Can CVE-2000-1197 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2000-1197 is a local denial-of-service vulnerability, meaning that it cannot be exploited remotely.
Who is vulnerable to CVE-2000-1197?
Local users on systems running the imap-uw IMAP package with version 4.5 are vulnerable to CVE-2000-1197.