CVE-2005-0560: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Apr 13 2005(Updated: )
Heap-based buffer overflow in the SvrAppendReceivedChunk function in xlsasink.dll in the SMTP service of Exchange Server 2000 and 2003 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted X-LINK2STATE extended verb request to the SMTP port.
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Exchange Server | =2000 | |
| Microsoft Exchange Server | =2003 |
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Reference Links
- http://secunia.com/advisories/14920/
- http://www.osvdb.org/displayvuln.php?osvdb_id=15467
- http://xforce.iss.net/xforce/alerts/id/193
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA05-102A.html
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/275193
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=111393947713420&w=2
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A4032
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2005/ms05-021
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-0560?
CVE-2005-0560 has a high severity due to the potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2005-0560?
To fix CVE-2005-0560, you should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for Exchange Server 2000 and 2003.
What systems are vulnerable to CVE-2005-0560?
CVE-2005-0560 affects Microsoft Exchange Server versions 2000 and 2003.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2005-0560?
CVE-2005-0560 is classified as a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability.
Who can exploit CVE-2005-0560?
CVE-2005-0560 can be exploited by remote attackers targeting the SMTP service on unpatched Exchange Server installations.
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