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CVE-1999-0006

CriticalPublished

Buffer overflow in POP servers based on BSD/Qualcomm's qpopper allows remote attackers to gain root access using a long PASS command.

Published: Sep 29, 1999
Updated: Oct 29, 2024
Assigning CNA: mitre
Evidence observed: Jun 27, 1998

Primary CVSS

9.8/ 10Critical

nvd · CVSS 3.1

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS probability estimate

12.1%

Moderate · next 30 days

Percentile: 96.0%
Model date: Sep 21, 2026

EPSS is a statistical estimate, not a certainty or a measure of impact. Combine it with CVSS, KEV status, exposure and your environment.

Summary

Buffer overflow in POP servers based on BSD/Qualcomm's qpopper allows remote attackers to gain root access using a long PASS command.

Sources

Qualcomm qpopper 2.4 - POP Server Buffer Overflow (1)Exploit
Seth McGann · linux · Jun 27, 1998
Qualcomm qpopper 2.4 - POP Server Buffer Overflow (2)Exploit
Miroslaw Grzybek · unix · Jun 27, 1998

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