CVE-2009-0569 Memory corruption in n/a
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code via a crafted return receipt request in Becky! Internet Mail, requiring user interaction to view the message.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- A user has to click or open something
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2009-0569?
CVE-2009-0569 is a critical memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 13 Feb 2009. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.
Official description
Buffer overflow in Becky! Internet Mail 2.48.02 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a mail message with a crafted return receipt request.
Weakness: CWE-119
Which versions are affected by CVE-2009-0569?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Rimarts Becky\! Internet Mail.
How do I fix CVE-2009-0569?
No fix has been published for CVE-2009-0569 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-2009-0569 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2009-0569 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Other vulnerabilities in n/a
Sources
Also known as GHSA-75wq-h3mv-pj8q.