CVE-2001-0714: Low severity Sendmail Sendmail vulnerability

Published Oct 12, 2001
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Updated

Sendmail before 8.12.1, without the RestrictQueueRun option enabled, allows local users to cause a denial of service (data loss) by (1) setting a high initial message hop count option (-h), which causes Sendmail to drop queue entries, (2) via the -qR option, or (3) via the -qS option.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Sendmail Sendmail<=8.12.1

Event History

Oct 12, 2001
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2001-0714?

CVE-2001-0714 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for local denial of service and data loss.

2

How do I fix CVE-2001-0714?

To fix CVE-2001-0714, enable the RestrictQueueRun option in Sendmail configuration.

3

Which versions of Sendmail are affected by CVE-2001-0714?

Sendmail versions before 8.12.1 are affected by CVE-2001-0714.

4

What are the attack vectors for CVE-2001-0714?

Attack vectors for CVE-2001-0714 include setting a high message hop count or using specific Sendmail queue options.

5

Can CVE-2001-0714 lead to data loss?

Yes, CVE-2001-0714 can lead to data loss by dropping queue entries under specific conditions.

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