CVE-1999-1190

Summary

CVE-1999-1190 is a buffer overflow vulnerability affecting the POP3 server of Admiral Systems EmailClub 1.05. A remote attacker can exploit this flaw by sending an email with a long "From" header. The excess data overflows the buffer, resulting in arbitrary code execution, allowing the attacker to execute commands with administrative privileges. This vulnerability poses a significant risk, as it can be exploited over the network, potentially leading to unauthorized system access or data theft. Email servers should be patched immediately to mitigate this threat.

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