CVE-1999-1557

Description

Buffer overflow in the login functions in IMAP server (imapd) in Ipswitch IMail 5.0 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code via (1) a long user name or (2) a long password.

5.0

CVSS

Severity: Medium

CVSS 2.0 •

EPSS 11.63% Top 10%

Affected: n/a n/a

References

Link	Tags
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/1895	vdb entry
http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=92038879607336&w=2	mailing list

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-1999-1557?: CVE-1999-1557 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-1999-1557?: To fix CVE-1999-1557, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-1999-1557 being actively exploited in the wild?: It is possible that CVE-1999-1557 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~12% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.

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