CVE-2008-5005: Buffer Overflow
Multiple stack-based buffer overflows in (1) University of Washington IMAP Toolkit 2002 through 2007c, (2) University of Washington Alpine 2.00 and earlier, and (3) Panda IMAP allow (a) local users to gain privileges by specifying a long folder extension argument on the command line to the tmail or dmail program; and (b) remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by sending e-mail to a destination mailbox name composed of a username and '+' character followed by a long string, processed by the tmail or possibly dmail program.
Other sources
UW-IMAP upstream developers released new upstream version - 2007d - that fixes security issue in dmail and tmail utilities. Upstream announcement fails to detail those issue further.
References: http://mailman2.u.washington.edu/pipermail/imap-uw/2008-October/002267.html http://mailman2.u.washington.edu/pipermail/imap-uw/2008-October/002268.html
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-5005?
CVE-2008-5005 is classified as having a moderate severity due to multiple stack-based buffer overflows that could allow local users to gain privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2008-5005?
To fix CVE-2008-5005, upgrade to a patched version of the University of Washington IMAP Toolkit or Alpine that addresses the buffer overflow vulnerabilities.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2008-5005?
CVE-2008-5005 affects University of Washington IMAP Toolkit versions from 2002 to 2007c and University of Washington Alpine versions through 2.00.
Can CVE-2008-5005 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2008-5005 primarily allows local users to exploit the vulnerability, thus remote exploitation is generally not applicable.
What types of vulnerabilities are associated with CVE-2008-5005?
CVE-2008-5005 is associated with stack-based buffer overflows which can lead to privilege escalation for local users.