CVE-2002-1066: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2002-1066: Thomas Hauck Jana Server 1.4.6 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service and possibl...

Thomas Hauck Jana Server 1.4.6 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code via a large message index value in a (1) RETR or (2) DELE command to the POP3 server, which exceeds the array limits and allows a buffer overflow attack.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 8, 2024, 03:12 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

An old Jana Server POP3 service flaw can be crashed remotely by malformed mail-retrieval or delete requests. The CVE says a large message index can exceed array bounds, causing denial of service and possibly code execution. Business concern is limited to environments still running Jana Server 1.4.6 or earlier, especially where POP3 is reachable. Likely exposure is rare but plausible in legacy networks, lab systems, small office mail gateways, or forgotten hosts running Jana Server. Internet-exposed POP3 service on affected versions would be the main concern. Modern mail platforms are not implicated by the provided sources. Prioritize discovery over emergency response unless Jana Server POP3 is exposed. The product and CVE are old, but exposed legacy mail services can create outsized operational and security risk. Retire or isolate affected deployments. Mitigation focus: Inventory for Jana Server 1.4.6 or earlier and remove unsupported deployments.; Restrict POP3 access to trusted networks until replacement or vendor guidance is confirmed.; Check archival vendor or maintainer guidance for any fixed release or workaround..

Prepared: Jul 1, 2026, 06:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Aug 31, 2002, 04:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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