5361 : sSMTP log_event Format String
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10 months ago

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Disclosure

Apr 15, 2004

Discovery

Unknown

Dates

Exploit

Unknown

Solution

Unknown

Description

sSMTP contains a flaw that may allow a malicious user to gain the privileges of the ssmtp process. The issue is triggered when untrusted values in the functions log_event() is passed to printf-like functions as format strings. It is possible that the flaw may allow remote mail relay to gain the privileges of the ssmtp process resulting in a loss of confidentiality and/or integrity.

Classification

Location: Local Access Required
Attack Type: Input Manipulation
Impact: Loss of Confidentiality, Loss of Integrity
Exploit: Exploit Unknown

Solution

Currently, there are no known upgrades, patches, or workarounds available to correct this issue.

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