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CVE-2005-0892: Buffer overflow in smail 3.2.0.120 allows remote attackers or local users to execute arbitrary code via a l...

Buffer overflow in smail 3.2.0.120 allows remote attackers or local users to execute arbitrary code via a long string in the MAIL FROM command and possibly other SMTP commands.

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This is an old vulnerability in the smail mail server. A specially long SMTP command could overflow memory and allow code execution. The business risk is highest for legacy systems that still run smail, especially if SMTP is reachable from the internet. Exposure is likely limited to legacy environments still running smail 3.2.0.120 or vulnerable downstream packages. Internet-facing SMTP services would be the highest concern. Prioritize if any legacy smail server remains active, especially on public SMTP infrastructure. Otherwise, treat as a legacy exposure verification task. Mitigation focus: Identify and remove or upgrade any smail 3.2.0.120 deployments.; Follow Debian DSA-722 and current vendor guidance for remediation.; Restrict SMTP access to trusted networks during remediation..

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