CVE-2010-4717 Memory corruption in n/a
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code via stack-based buffer overflows in the GroupWise Internet Agent IMAP server.
- 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-2010-4717?
CVE-2010-4717 is a medium-severity memory corruption vulnerability in Novell Groupwise, published on 31 Jan 2011. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
Multiple stack-based buffer overflows in the IMAP server component in GroupWise Internet Agent (GWIA) in Novell GroupWise before 8.02HP allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long (1) LIST or (2) LSUB command.
Weakness: CWE-119
Which versions are affected by CVE-2010-4717?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Novell Groupwise.
How do I fix CVE-2010-4717?
No fix has been published for CVE-2010-4717 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-2010-4717 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2010-4717 exists.
Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.
Other vulnerabilities in Novell Groupwise
Sources
Also known as GHSA-69rc-596w-6jr8.