CVE-2001-1174 Memory corruption in n/a

High 7.5 Published 25 Jun 2002 Updated 8 Aug 2024

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code via a buffer overflow in the Elm mail client's Message-ID header processing.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2001-1174?

CVE-2001-1174 is a high-severity memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 25 Jun 2002. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Buffer overflow in Elm 2.5.5 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long Message-ID header.

Which versions are affected by CVE-2001-1174?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Elm Development Group Elm.

How do I fix CVE-2001-1174?

No fix has been published for CVE-2001-1174 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.

Is CVE-2001-1174 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2001-1174 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-2wqx-2fx4-v9vv.