CVE-2006-4379: Buffer Overflow

Published Sep 8, 2006
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Updated

Stack-based buffer overflow in the SMTP Daemon in Ipswitch Collaboration 2006 Suite Premium and Standard Editions, IMail, IMail Plus, and IMail Secure allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long string located after an '@' character and before a ':' character.

Affected Software

4 affected components
Ipswitch IMail Plus=2006
Ipswitch Imail Secure Server=2006
Ipswitch Ipswitch Collaboration Suite=2006_premium
Ipswitch Ipswitch Collaboration Suite=2006_standard

Event History

Sep 8, 2006
CVE Published
09:04 PM
Sep 9, 2006
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2006-4379?

CVE-2006-4379 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2006-4379?

To fix CVE-2006-4379, users should update to the latest patched versions of Ipswitch Collaboration Suite and IMail products.

3

Which versions are affected by CVE-2006-4379?

CVE-2006-4379 affects the 2006 versions of Ipswitch Collaboration Suite, IMail, IMail Plus, and IMail Secure.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2006-4379?

CVE-2006-4379 is a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability that can lead to remote code execution.

5

Can CVE-2006-4379 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2006-4379 can be exploited remotely by attackers sending specially crafted email addresses.

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