CVE-2005-4471: Medium severity Avaya Modular Messaging Message Storage Server vulnerability
Published Dec 22, 2005
·Updated
POP3 service in Avaya Modular Messaging Message Storage Server (MSS) 2.0 SP 4 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop) via crafted packets.
Affected Software
3 affected components
Avaya Modular Messaging Message Storage Server=2.0
Avaya Modular Messaging Message Storage Server=1.1
Avaya Modular Messaging Message Storage Server<=2.0_sp_4
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Dec 22, 2005
CVE Published
12:03 AM
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2005-4471?
CVE-2005-4471 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause a denial of service.
2
How do I fix CVE-2005-4471?
To fix CVE-2005-4471, upgrade the Avaya Modular Messaging Message Storage Server to a version later than 2.0 SP 4.
3
What systems are affected by CVE-2005-4471?
CVE-2005-4471 affects Avaya Modular Messaging Message Storage Server versions 2.0 SP 4 and earlier as well as version 1.1.
4
What type of attack does CVE-2005-4471 exploit?
CVE-2005-4471 can be exploited by sending crafted packets to the POP3 service, causing an infinite loop.
5
Is there a workaround for CVE-2005-4471?
There are no known workarounds for CVE-2005-4471; the only solution is to apply the recommended upgrades.