CVE-1999-0005

Summary

CVE-1999-0005 is a cybersecurity vulnerability affecting IMAP (Internet Message Access Protocol) servers. Hackers can exploit a buffer overflow issue in the authenticate command, allowing them to execute arbitrary commands on the server. Successful exploitation could result in unauthorized system access, data theft, or server compromise. IMAP servers using outdated software versions are particularly vulnerable to this attack. System administrators are advised to apply the necessary security patches and to implement access control measures to mitigate the risk.

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