CVE-2004-0104: High severity Metamail Corporation Metamail vulnerability

Published Feb 19, 2004
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Updated

Multiple format string vulnerabilities in Metamail 2.7 and earlier allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.

Affected Software

7 affected components
Metamail Corporation Metamail<=2.7
SGI ProPack=2.3
SGI ProPack=2.4
redhat Enterprise Linux=2.1
redhat Enterprise Linux=2.1
redhat Enterprise Linux=2.1
redhat Linux Advanced Workstation=2.1

Event History

Feb 19, 2004
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2004-0104?

CVE-2004-0104 is a critical vulnerability as it allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code due to multiple format string vulnerabilities.

2

How do I fix CVE-2004-0104?

To fix CVE-2004-0104, update Metamail to version 2.8 or later, which addresses the vulnerability.

3

Which software is affected by CVE-2004-0104?

CVE-2004-0104 affects Metamail versions 2.7 and earlier as well as SGI ProPack 2.3 and 2.4, among others.

4

Can CVE-2004-0104 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2004-0104 can be exploited remotely by attackers to execute arbitrary code.

5

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2004-0104 categorized as?

CVE-2004-0104 is categorized as a format string vulnerability.

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