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CVE-2006-7039

First published: Fri Feb 23 2007(Updated: )

The IMAP4 service in MERCUR Messaging 2005 before Service Pack 4 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a message with a long subject field.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Microsoft Windows 2000
Microsoft Windows Server 2003=sp2
Microsoft Windows 9x
Microsoft Windows 9x=gold
Microsoft Windows 98
Microsoft Windows
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0
Microsoft Windows XP=gold
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-2006-7039?

    CVE-2006-7039 has a severity rating that indicates it can lead to a denial of service due to a crash of the IMAP4 service.

  • How do I fix CVE-2006-7039?

    To fix CVE-2006-7039, upgrade the MERCUR Messaging software to Service Pack 4 or later.

  • What software is affected by CVE-2006-7039?

    CVE-2006-7039 primarily affects Atrium Software Mercur Messaging 2005 versions prior to Service Pack 4.

  • Can CVE-2006-7039 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2006-7039 can be exploited remotely by sending a specially crafted message with a long subject field.

  • What types of systems are at risk due to CVE-2006-7039?

    Systems running Atrium Software Mercur Messaging 2005 prior to Service Pack 4 are at risk from CVE-2006-7039.

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