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CVE-2002-1073

HighPublished

Buffer overflow in the control service for MERCUR Mailserver 4.2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long password.

Published: Aug 31, 2002
Updated: Aug 8, 2024
Assigning CNA: mitre
Evidence observed: Jul 16, 2002

Primary CVSS

7.5/ 10High

nvd · CVSS 2.0

AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P

EPSS probability estimate

5.7%

Low · next 30 days

Percentile: 92.8%
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 the control service for MERCUR Mailserver 4.2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long password.

Sources

3.3/4.0/4.2 MERCUR MailServer - Control-Service Buffer OverflowExploit
anonymous · windows · Jul 16, 2002

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