CVE-2006-6761: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2006-6761: Stack-based buffer overflow in the IMAP daemon (IMAPD) in Novell NetMail before 3.52e FTF2 allows remote au...

Stack-based buffer overflow in the IMAP daemon (IMAPD) in Novell NetMail before 3.52e FTF2 allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary code via a long argument to the SUBSCRIBE command.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 20:42 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

Novell NetMail versions before 3.52e FTF2 have a flaw in the IMAP service that can let a logged-in mail user run code on the server. This is most relevant to organizations still operating legacy NetMail systems exposed to authenticated IMAP users. Exposure is limited to environments running Novell NetMail before 3.52e FTF2 with IMAPD reachable by authenticated users. The source bundle does not identify CPEs, deployment prevalence, or unauthenticated exposure. Treat this as a legacy-system risk requiring prompt inventory confirmation. If NetMail is not present, business urgency is low. If present and IMAP is reachable, prioritize upgrade or isolation because the reported impact is code execution. Mitigation focus: Identify any Novell NetMail IMAPD deployments and record exact versions.; Upgrade affected systems to 3.52e FTF2 or later per vendor guidance.; Restrict IMAP access to trusted networks where operationally possible..

Prepared: Jun 29, 2026, 08:30 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Dec 27, 2006, 02:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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https://secure-support.novell.com/KanisaPlatform/Publishing/328/3717068_f.SAL_Public.htmlCVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM

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