Stack-based Buffer Overflow in Novell Netmail IMAP Daemon

CVE-2005-3314

Summary

The IMAP daemon in Novell Netmail 3.5.2 is susceptible to a stack-based buffer overflow, which can be exploited by remote attackers. By sending specially crafted requests with excessively long verb arguments, an attacker can trigger this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code on the affected system. This poses significant security risks for organizations still using this product, emphasizing the importance of timely updates and security measures.

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