CVE-2005-0667: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2005-0667: Buffer overflow in Sylpheed before 1.0.3 and other versions before 1.9.5 allows remote attackers to execute...

Buffer overflow in Sylpheed before 1.0.3 and other versions before 1.9.5 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via an e-mail message with certain headers containing non-ASCII characters that are not properly handled when the user replies to the message.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 21:21 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

This is an old Sylpheed email-client flaw. A specially crafted email with non-ASCII header characters could corrupt memory when a user replies, potentially letting an attacker run code as that user. Business risk is concentrated where legacy Sylpheed clients remain in use. Exposure is likely limited to endpoints running vulnerable Sylpheed versions, especially legacy Linux desktops or older distribution packages. The provided affected metadata is sparse, so inventory confirmation is required. Treat as a targeted legacy exposure issue. Prioritize remediation if Sylpheed is still present on managed endpoints; otherwise record as not applicable after inventory validation. Mitigation focus: Upgrade Sylpheed to 1.0.3, 1.9.5, or later fixed releases.; Apply fixed operating-system packages from relevant distribution advisories.; Check vendor guidance for any branch-specific remediation details..

Prepared: Jun 29, 2026, 23:41 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Mar 7, 2005, 05:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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