OSVDB ID: 69685 Title: Exim string_format Function Remote Overflow |
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Description |
Exim is prone to a remote overflow condition. The string_format function fails to properly sanitize user-supplied input resulting in a heap buffer overflow. With a specially crafted request, a local attacker can potentially cause arbitrary code execution. |
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Remote / Network Access
Attack Type: Input Manipulation Impact: Loss of Integrity Solution: Patch / RCS Exploit: Exploit Public, Exploit Commercial Disclosure: Vendor Verified |
Solution |
Currently, there are no known workarounds or upgrades to correct this issue. However, Exim Development Team has released a patch to address this vulnerability. |
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Unknown or Incomplete |