7.8
CWE
NVD-CWE-Other 119
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2006-7038: Buffer Overflow

First published: Fri Feb 23 2007(Updated: )

Multiple buffer overflows in MERCUR Messaging 2005 before Service Pack 4 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via (1) "long command lines at port 32000" and (2) certain name service queries that are not properly handled by the SMTP service.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Mercur Mercur Messaging=5.0_sp3
Mercur Mercur Messaging=5.0_sp3
Mercur Mercur Messaging=5.0_sp3

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2006-7038?

    CVE-2006-7038 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause denial of service.

  • How do I fix CVE-2006-7038?

    To mitigate CVE-2006-7038, update MERCUR Messaging 2005 to Service Pack 4 or later.

  • What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2006-7038?

    CVE-2006-7038 can be exploited through long command lines sent to port 32000 and malformed name service queries to the SMTP service.

  • Which versions of software are affected by CVE-2006-7038?

    CVE-2006-7038 affects all versions of MERCUR Messaging 2005 before Service Pack 4, including 5.0 SP3.

  • Can CVE-2006-7038 cause permanent damage?

    CVE-2006-7038 does not cause permanent damage but can lead to service disruption through crashes.

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