CVE-1999-1551
CVSS 2.0 Score 5.0 of 10 (medium)
Details
Published Mar 2, 1999
Updated: Nov 20, 2024
Summary
CVE-1999-1551 is a buffer overflow vulnerability affecting Ipswitch IMail Service version 5.0. An attacker can exploit this issue by sending a maliciously crafted long URL, causing the software to crash and potentially execute arbitrary commands. The result is a denial of service attack with the potential for more serious consequences. Users are advised to upgrade to a patched version of the software to mitigate this risk.
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Affected Vendors
- Ipswitch, Inc.