5360 : sSMTP die Format String
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4 months ago

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Disclosure
Apr 14, 2004

Discovery
Unknown

Dates

Exploit
Unknown

Solution
Unknown

Description

 A format string error exists in sSMTP. The program contains a number of format string vulnerabilities which can result in buffer overflows. With a specially crafted request, an attacker can potentially cause execution of code resulting in a loss of integrity.

Classification

 Location: Local Access Required
Attack Type: Input Manipulation
Impact: Loss of Integrity
Exploit: Exploit Unknown
Disclosure: OSVDB Verified

Solution

 Upgrade to version supplied by your vendor - if available. It is recommended to choose another mail program as sSMTP is not being maintained actively by the author.

Products
All Vendors
Watch-list
sSMTP
Watch-list
 2.50.x
2.60.x

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  • Max Vozeler - maxBrand New Doo Doohinterhof.net -

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