CVE Catalog

CVE-2004-0078

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

Buffer overflow in the index menu code (menu_pad_string of menu.c) for Mutt 1.4.1 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via certain mail messages.

Risk Assessment

The organization may be exposed to attacks that lead to system crashes and potentially allow the execution of malicious code, threatening the integrity and availability of systems.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update Mutt to the latest version to eliminate this vulnerability and minimize the risk of attacks.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

Buffer overflow in the index menu code (menu_pad_string of menu.c) for Mutt 1.4.1 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via certain mail messages.

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