Becky! Internet Mail Buffer Overflow Vulnerability

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  3. Becky! Internet Mail Buffer Overflow Vulnerability
Summary
This host is running Becky! Internet Mail client which is prone to buffer overflow vulnerability.
Impact
Successful exploitation will allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system and can cause denial-of-service condition. Impact level: Application
Solution
Update to version 2.50.01 or later http://www.rimarts.co.jp/becky.htm
Insight
The flaw is generated when the application fails to perform adequate boundary checks on user-supplied input. Boundary error may be generated when the user agrees to return a receipt message for a specially crafted e-mail thus leading to buffer overflow.
Affected
Becky! Internet Mail version 2.48.2 and prior on Windows.
References
Updated on 2015-03-25
Severity
High Severity
Classification
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