OSVDB ID: 6010

Title: imap-uw IMAP Package POP Predictable Lock File DoS

Info

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

imap-uw

4.5
4.5-4

References

Credit

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


Direct URL: http://osvdb.org/36218