CVE-2005-1513: Integer Overflow

Published May 11, 2005
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Updated

Integer overflow in the strallocreadyplus function in qmail, when running on 64 bit platforms with a large amount of virtual memory, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code via a large SMTP request.

Affected Software

8 affected components
debian/netqmail
debian/qmail
Dan Bernstein Qmail
Qmail Project Qmail
Canonical Ubuntu Linux=20.04
Debian Debian Linux=8.0
Debian Debian Linux=9.0
Debian Debian Linux=10.0

Event History

May 11, 2005
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Jan 11, 2024
Data Sourced
via Launchpad·10:17 PM
Description
Feb 16, 2026
Data Sourced
via Ubuntu·07:49 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID of this qmail vulnerability?

The vulnerability ID of this qmail vulnerability is CVE-2005-1513.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2005-1513?

The severity of CVE-2005-1513 is medium with a severity value of 5.

3

How does the qmail vulnerability CVE-2005-1513 impact 64-bit platforms with a large amount of virtual memory?

The qmail vulnerability CVE-2005-1513 can cause a denial of service and potentially execute arbitrary code on 64-bit platforms with a large amount of virtual memory.

4

Which software is affected by the CVE-2005-1513 vulnerability?

The qmail software, specifically version 1.06-6.2~deb10u1 on Debian, netqmail on Ubuntu Bionic, Focal, and Trusty, and qmail on Ubuntu Xenial are affected by the CVE-2005-1513 vulnerability.

5

How can I fix the qmail vulnerability CVE-2005-1513?

To fix the qmail vulnerability CVE-2005-1513, you should apply the recommended updates provided by the software vendors for your specific distribution or version.

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