CVE Catalog

CVE-2002-1073

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

Buffer overflow in the control service for MERCUR Mailserver 4.2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long password.

Risk Assessment

Attackers can remotely take control of the system, posing a serious threat to the security of the organization's data and infrastructure.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update the MERCUR server to the latest version to eliminate this vulnerability and to monitor logs for potential attack attempts.

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Original NVD description (English source)

Buffer overflow in the control service for MERCUR Mailserver 4.2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long password.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS