7.5
CWE
NVD-CWE-Other
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2005-1516

First published: Wed May 11 2005(Updated: )

DList (dlist.exe) in DMail 3.1a allows remote attackers to bypass authentication, read log files, and shutdown the system via a sendlog command with an incorrect password hash, which is not properly handled by the _cmd_sendlog function.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
NetWin dMail=3.1a

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2005-1516?

    CVE-2005-1516 has a medium severity rating due to its potential to allow unauthorized access and system shutdown.

  • How do I fix CVE-2005-1516?

    To fix CVE-2005-1516, you should upgrade to a newer version of DMail that addresses this vulnerability.

  • What vulnerabilities does CVE-2005-1516 exploit?

    CVE-2005-1516 exploits insufficient handling of command authentication, allowing attackers to bypass security measures.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2005-1516?

    CVE-2005-1516 affects users of DMail version 3.1a.

  • What are the consequences of CVE-2005-1516?

    The consequences of CVE-2005-1516 include unauthorized access to log files and the ability to shut down the affected system.

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