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HP Tru64 UNIX "binmail" contains buffer overflow (SSRT0796U)

Vulnerability Note VU#602009

Original Release Date: 2002-09-09 | Last Revised: 2002-09-09

Overview

The HP Tru64 UNIX implementation of "binmail" contains a locally exploitable buffer overflow.

Description

"binmail" is used to send and display mail messages. A locally exploitable buffer overflow in "binmail" may permit a local attacker to gain elevated privileges and execute arbitrary code on a vulnerable host.

Impact

A local user may be able to gain elevated privileges and execute arbitrary code.

Solution

Apply a patch.

Vendor Information

602009
 

Hewlett-Packard Company Affected

Updated:  September 09, 2002

Status

Affected

Vendor Statement

http://wwss1pro.compaq.com/support/reference_library/viewdocument.asp?source=SRB0039W.xml&dt=11

Vendor Information

The vendor has not provided us with any further information regarding this vulnerability.

Addendum

The CERT/CC has no additional comments at this time.

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Acknowledgements

This document was written by Ian A Finlay.

Other Information

CVE IDs: None
Severity Metric: 7.50
Date Public: 2002-08-30
Date First Published: 2002-09-09
Date Last Updated: 2002-09-09 13:16 UTC
Document Revision: 5

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