CVE-2005-4456: Buffer Overflow

Published Dec 21, 2005

Updated

Multiple buffer overflows in MailEnable Professional 1.71 and Enterprise 1.1 before patch ME-10009 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via long (1) LIST, (2) LSUB, and (3) UID FETCH commands. NOTE: it is possible that these are alternate vectors for the issue described in CVE-2005-4402.

Affected Software

2 affected components

MailEnable MailEnable Enterprise=1.1

MailEnable MailEnable Professional=1.71

Remediation

Patch Available

http://seclists.org/lists/fulldisclosure/2005/Dec/1036.html

Event History

Dec 21, 2005

CVE Published

11:03 AM

CVE Published

via MITRE·04:00 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·04:00 PM

Description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2005-4456?

CVE-2005-4456 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution and denial of service.

How do I fix CVE-2005-4456?

To fix CVE-2005-4456, upgrade to MailEnable Professional version 1.72 or Enterprise version 1.2 or apply the patch ME-10009.

What versions of MailEnable are affected by CVE-2005-4456?

CVE-2005-4456 affects MailEnable Professional version 1.71 and Enterprise version 1.1.

What types of commands can exploit CVE-2005-4456?

The vulnerability in CVE-2005-4456 can be exploited through long LIST, LSUB, and UID FETCH commands.

What is the impact of CVE-2005-4456 on MailEnable services?

CVE-2005-4456 can lead to service crashes and the potential execution of arbitrary code.