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CVE-2003-0143: Buffer Overflow

First published: Tue Mar 18 2003(Updated: )

The pop_msg function in qpopper 4.0.x before 4.0.5fc2 does not null terminate a message buffer after a call to Qvsnprintf, which could allow authenticated users to execute arbitrary code via a buffer overflow in a mdef command with a long macro name.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Qualcomm Qpopper=4.0.1
Qualcomm Qpopper=4.0.4
Qualcomm Qpopper=4.0.3
Qualcomm Qpopper=4.0.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2003-0143?

    CVE-2003-0143 has a high severity due to the potential for authenticated users to execute arbitrary code via a buffer overflow.

  • How do I fix CVE-2003-0143?

    To fix CVE-2003-0143, upgrade qpopper to version 4.0.5fc2 or later.

  • Which versions of qpopper are affected by CVE-2003-0143?

    CVE-2003-0143 affects qpopper versions 4.0.1 through 4.0.4.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2003-0143?

    CVE-2003-0143 is a buffer overflow vulnerability.

  • Can CVE-2003-0143 be exploited remotely?

    CVE-2003-0143 cannot be exploited remotely as it requires authenticated users to trigger the vulnerability.

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