CVE-2004-0984: High severity gnu mailutils vulnerability
Published Dec 31, 2004
·Updated
Unknown vulnerability in the dotlock implementation in mailutils before 1:0.5-4 on Debian GNU/Linux allows attackers to gain privileges.
Affected Software
1 affected component
GNU Mailutils<=1.0.5.4
Event History
Dec 31, 2004
CVE Published
05:00 AM
Apr 21, 2005
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-2004-0984?
CVE-2004-0984 is considered a privilege escalation vulnerability.
2
How do I fix CVE-2004-0984?
To fix CVE-2004-0984, update mailutils to version 0.6 or later.
3
Which systems are affected by CVE-2004-0984?
CVE-2004-0984 affects mailutils versions prior to 1:0.5-4 on Debian GNU/Linux.
4
Can CVE-2004-0984 be exploited remotely?
There is no specific information indicating that CVE-2004-0984 can be exploited remotely.
5
What steps should I take if I am using an affected version of mailutils related to CVE-2004-0984?
If using an affected version of mailutils, it's crucial to upgrade to a non-vulnerable version immediately.