CVE-2003-0143: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2003-0143: The pop_msg function in qpopper 4.0.x before 4.0.5fc2 does not null terminate a message buffer after a call...

The pop_msg function in qpopper 4.0.x before 4.0.5fc2 does not null terminate a message buffer after a call to Qvsnprintf, which could allow authenticated users to execute arbitrary code via a buffer overflow in a mdef command with a long macro name.

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

Security readout for executives and security teams

This is an old Qpopper mail-server flaw that could let a logged-in mail user crash or potentially take over the service. The issue affects Qpopper 4.0.x before 4.0.5fc2. Business risk is mainly in legacy POP3 infrastructure that still runs obsolete Qpopper builds. Exposure is most likely on legacy POP3 servers running Qpopper 4.0.x earlier than 4.0.5fc2. Modern environments are unlikely to be affected unless old mail appliances, archived systems, or unsupported Linux packages remain in service. Prioritize if the organization still operates legacy POP3 or Qpopper systems. Otherwise, treat as a legacy hygiene check. The potential impact is serious, but exposure should be narrow in maintained environments. Mitigation focus: Inventory mail servers for Qpopper and exact package versions.; Upgrade Qpopper to 4.0.5fc2 or vendor-fixed packages.; Apply Debian, SuSE, Gentoo, or OpenPKG advisories where applicable..

Prepared: Jun 30, 2026, 03:02 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Sep 1, 2004, 04:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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qpopper-popmsg-macroname-bo(11516)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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