CVE Catalog

CVE-2004-0400

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

A stack-based buffer overflow exists in Exim 4 before version 4.33 when the headers_check_syntax option is enabled. This allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service and potentially execute arbitrary code during the header check.

Risk Assessment

The organization may experience service outages and the risk of malicious code execution, potentially leading to data loss or system compromise.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update Exim to version 4.33 or later and to disable the headers_check_syntax option if it is not necessary.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

Stack-based buffer overflow in Exim 4 before 4.33, when the headers_check_syntax option is enabled, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code during the header check.

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