CVE-2004-1546: Buffer Overflow

Published Dec 31, 2004
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Updated

Multiple buffer overflows in MDaemon 6.5.1 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via a long (1) SAML, SOML, SEND, or MAIL command to the SMTP server or (2) LIST command to the IMAP server.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Alt-N MDaemon=6.5.1

Event History

Dec 31, 2004
CVE Published
05:00 AM
Feb 20, 2005
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2004-1546?

CVE-2004-1546 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to potential for denial of service through buffer overflows.

2

How do I fix CVE-2004-1546?

To address CVE-2004-1546, upgrade MDaemon to version 6.5.2 or later, which contains patches for the identified vulnerabilities.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2004-1546?

CVE-2004-1546 specifically affects MDaemon version 6.5.1.

4

What types of attacks are possible due to CVE-2004-1546?

Exploitation of CVE-2004-1546 can lead to application crashes by sending specially crafted long commands to the SMTP and IMAP servers.

5

What commands can trigger the vulnerability in CVE-2004-1546?

The vulnerability can be triggered by long SAML, SOML, SEND, MAIL commands to the SMTP server, or LIST commands to the IMAP server.

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