CVE-1999-1004

Summary

CVE-1999-1004 denotes a buffer overflow vulnerability found in the POP server POProxy component of Norton Anti-Virus protection NAV2000. A maliciously crafted large USER command can trigger the buffer overflow, potentially leading to remote code execution and unauthorized access. The vulnerability poses a significant risk, as the POP server is used for email communication, and successful exploitation could result in sensitive data theft or system compromise. Users are advised to apply the available patch or update their software to mitigate this threat.

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