CVE-2003-0057: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2003-0057: Multiple buffer overflows in Hypermail 2 before 2.1.6 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service...

Multiple buffer overflows in Hypermail 2 before 2.1.6 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code (1) via a long attachment filename that is not properly handled by the hypermail executable, or (2) by connecting to the mail CGI program from an IP address that reverse-resolves to a long hostname.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 8, 2024, 01:43 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

Hypermail versions before 2.1.6 have two remotely reachable buffer overflow conditions. An attacker could crash the service and may be able to run code, but the public bundle does not confirm reliable exploitation or active attacks. Exposure is most likely where legacy Hypermail 2 installations process untrusted mail or expose the mail CGI program to remote clients. Modern environments are affected only if they still run Hypermail before 2.1.6. Prioritize remediation for any internet-facing or mail-processing Hypermail deployment. The product is old, but remote crash and possible code execution make remaining legacy instances a meaningful operational risk. Mitigation focus: Upgrade Hypermail to version 2.1.6 or a vendor-patched package.; Review Debian DSA-248 if using Debian-derived packages.; Restrict or disable exposed Hypermail CGI components if upgrade is delayed..

Prepared: Jul 1, 2026, 10:07 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Feb 1, 2003, 05:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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hypermail-mail-attachment-bo(11157)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
hypermail-long-hostname-bo(11158)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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