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7.5

Novell Netmail IMAP service can be hijacked remotely

CVE-2005-3314 · published 20 years ago
Summary

The email server’s IMAP component in Novell Netmail version 3.5.2 mishandles unusually long commands, allowing an attacker to overflow memory and run their own code. This could let a remote user take control of the server or access sensitive mail. Apply the vendor’s update or patch the IMAP daemon as soon as possible.

What to do

The CVE record does not list a fixed version. Check the vendor's site or the advisory links below - a fix may already be released.

Affected software
VendorProductAffected versions
novell netmail 3.5.2
cpe:2.3:a:novell:netmail:3.5.2:e-ftfl:*:*:*:*:*:*
Original advisory text
Stack-based buffer overflow in the IMAP daemon in Novell Netmail 3.5.2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via "long verb arguments."
Stack-based buffer overflow in the IMAP daemon in Novell Netmail 3.5.2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via "long verb arguments."
References
Fix within
Internet-facing 14 days
Internal 60 days
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Can be exploited automatically (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker partial control (estimated)
Severity
7.5 High
Exploitation
66% chance of attack within 30 days
Type
CWE-119Buffer Overflow
Timeline
Published18 Nov 2005
Updated29 Sep 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-2005-3314 · NVD
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