CVE-2014-3618: Buffer Overflow
First published: Mon Sep 08 2014(Updated: )
Heap-based buffer overflow in formisc.c in formail in procmail 3.22 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted email header, related to "unbalanced quotes."
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Red Hat Procmail | =3.22 | |
| Ubuntu | =10.04 | |
| Ubuntu | =12.04 | |
| Ubuntu | =14.04 |
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Reference Links
- http://linux.oracle.com/errata/ELSA-2014-1172.html
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Sep/msg00008.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2014-09/msg00008.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2014-09/msg00022.html
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2014-1172.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/61076
- http://secunia.com/advisories/61090
- http://secunia.com/advisories/61108
- http://www.debian.org/security/2014/dsa-3019
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/09/03/8
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/69573
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-2340-1
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/95688
- https://support.apple.com/HT205267
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-3618?
CVE-2014-3618 has been classified with a high severity due to its potential to cause denial of service and execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2014-3618?
To fix CVE-2014-3618, upgrade to a patched version of procmail or a later version of the affected software.
What vulnerability does CVE-2014-3618 address?
CVE-2014-3618 addresses a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability in the formail component of procmail.
Who is affected by CVE-2014-3618?
Users of procmail version 3.22 and certain versions of Ubuntu Linux are affected by CVE-2014-3618.
What types of attacks could exploit CVE-2014-3618?
CVE-2014-3618 could be exploited by remote attackers via crafted email headers leading to crashes and potential code execution.
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