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CVE-2002-1279: Multiple buffer overflows in conf.c for Masqmail 0.1.x before 0.1.17, and 0.2.x before 0.2.15, allow local...

Multiple buffer overflows in conf.c for Masqmail 0.1.x before 0.1.17, and 0.2.x before 0.2.15, allow local users to gain privileges via certain entries in the configuration file (-C option).

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CVE-2002-1279 is a legacy local privilege-escalation issue in Masqmail. A local user could abuse crafted configuration-file entries when Masqmail is run with the -C option, potentially gaining higher privileges. The source bundle does not provide CVSS scoring or evidence of active exploitation. Exposure is likely limited to systems still running vulnerable legacy Masqmail versions and allowing local users to supply or influence configuration files used with -C. No network-only attack path is described in the provided sources. Treat this as a high-priority legacy hygiene issue where Masqmail is present. It is not shown as actively exploited, but privilege escalation in mail software can increase impact after any local account compromise. Mitigation focus: Upgrade Masqmail 0.1.x to 0.1.17 or later.; Upgrade Masqmail 0.2.x to 0.2.15 or later.; Review Debian DSA-194 and vendor guidance for package-specific fixes..

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