Security readout for executives and security teams
This is a remote code execution flaw in the NTLM handling of Atrium MERCUR IMAPD 5.00.14 with SP4. An attacker who can reach the IMAP service could trigger memory corruption using an oversized NTLMSSP value. Business risk is highest for any legacy, internet-facing MERCUR mail server still running this build. Exposure appears limited to Atrium MERCUR IMAPD 5.00.14 with SP4, especially where IMAP and NTLM authentication are reachable from untrusted networks. The source bundle does not identify broader affected versions or CPEs. Prioritize this if any affected MERCUR IMAPD instance remains reachable. The flaw enables remote code execution and has public exploit references, but evidence of active exploitation is not provided. Mitigation focus: Check vendor advisories for an official fixed version or configuration guidance.; Remove or replace affected MERCUR IMAPD 5.00.14 SP4 deployments where possible.; Restrict IMAP access to trusted networks or VPN-only paths..
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- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- mercur-imap-ntlm-bo(33120)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
- 3527CVE reference · exploit, x_refsource_EXPLOIT-DB
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