CVE-2002-1090: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2002-1090: Buffer overflow in read_smtp_response of protocol.c in libesmtp before 0.8.11 allows a remote SMTP server t...

Buffer overflow in read_smtp_response of protocol.c in libesmtp before 0.8.11 allows a remote SMTP server to (1) execute arbitrary code via a certain response or (2) cause a denial of service via long server responses.

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

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CVE-2002-1090 is a buffer overflow in libesmtp before 0.8.11. A malicious or compromised SMTP server could send an overly crafted or long response to a vulnerable client, potentially causing code execution or a crash. Business urgency depends on whether legacy systems still use this library. Exposure is most likely in legacy applications or systems that still link against libesmtp before 0.8.11 and connect to SMTP servers. Risk is higher where SMTP endpoints are untrusted, externally controlled, or could be impersonated. Treat as a targeted legacy-risk issue. Prioritize inventory and remediation if libesmtp is present in production, especially on systems that send mail through third-party or less-controlled SMTP infrastructure. Mitigation focus: Identify applications or packages using libesmtp.; Upgrade libesmtp to 0.8.11 or later where applicable.; Retire or isolate unsupported legacy mail-sending components..

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

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Sep 10, 2002, 04:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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