CVE-2017-1000369: Medium severity sa-exim vulnerability
Exim supports the use of multiple "-p" command line arguments which are malloc()'ed and never free()'ed, used in conjunction with other issues allows attackers to cause arbitrary code execution. This affects exim version 4.89 and earlier. Please note that at this time upstream has released a patch (commit 65e061b76867a9ea7aeeb535341b790b90ae6c21), but it is not known if a new point release is available that addresses this issue at this time.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-1000369?
CVE-2017-1000369 has a high severity rating due to its potential to allow arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2017-1000369?
To fix CVE-2017-1000369, upgrade Exim to version 4.90 or later where the vulnerability is patched.
Which versions of Exim are affected by CVE-2017-1000369?
CVE-2017-1000369 affects Exim versions 4.89 and earlier.
What potential impact does CVE-2017-1000369 have on systems?
CVE-2017-1000369 can lead to arbitrary code execution, compromising the security and integrity of affected systems.
Are there known exploits for CVE-2017-1000369?
Yes, there are known exploits for CVE-2017-1000369 that leverage the vulnerabilities in Exim.