Security readout for executives and security teams
This is an old remote code execution flaw in Becky! Internet Mail. A specially crafted email return-receipt request could trigger a buffer overflow in versions 2.48.02 and earlier, potentially letting an attacker run code on a user’s machine. Exposure is likely limited to organizations still running Becky! Internet Mail 2.48.02 or earlier on endpoints that receive untrusted email. Modern environments are only exposed if this legacy client remains installed or used. Treat as a legacy software risk with high impact where present. If the product is not in use, business urgency is low; if found, remediate promptly because exploitation could compromise user endpoints through email. Mitigation focus: Inventory endpoints for Becky! Internet Mail installations.; Remove or upgrade versions 2.48.02 and earlier per vendor guidance.; Prioritize users who receive external or high-risk email..
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- becky-readreceipt-bo(48684)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
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