CVE-2001-0494: Buffer Overflow
Published Jun 27, 2001
·Updated
Buffer overflow in IPSwitch IMail SMTP server 6.06 and possibly prior versions allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long From: header.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Ipswitch IMail<=6.06
Remediation
Event History
Jun 27, 2001
CVE Published
04:00 AM
Sep 18, 2001
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2001-0494?
CVE-2001-0494 has been classified with high severity due to its potential for remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2001-0494?
To fix CVE-2001-0494, upgrade the IPSwitch IMail server to version 6.07 or later, which addresses this vulnerability.
3
What versions of IPSwitch IMail are affected by CVE-2001-0494?
CVE-2001-0494 affects IPSwitch IMail versions 6.06 and possibly earlier versions.
4
Can CVE-2001-0494 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2001-0494 can be exploited remotely by sending specially crafted emails with long From: headers.
5
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2001-0494?
CVE-2001-0494 is a buffer overflow vulnerability categorized under remote code execution risks.