6010 : imap-uw IMAP Package POP Predictable Lock File DoS
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6 months ago

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Disclosure
Apr 19, 2000

Discovery
Unknown

Dates

Exploit
Apr 19, 2000

Solution
Unknown

Description

 imap-uw contains a flaw that may allow a local denial of service. The problem is that the popd daemon creates lock files with predictable names, which could allow a malicious user to lock mailboxes of other users.

Classification

 Location: Local Access Required
Attack Type: Denial of Service
Impact: Loss of Availability
Exploit: Exploit Available
Disclosure: OSVDB Verified

Solution

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

Products
University of Washington
Watch-list
imap-uw
Watch-list
 4.5
4.5-4

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  • Alex Mottram - alexBrand New Doo Doonet-connect.net -

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