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If through a vulnerability assessment, a network security issue is detected for the vulnerability below, applying the appropriate security patches in a timely matter is very important. If you have detected that your system has already been compromised, following CERT's Network Security recovery document will assist with recommended steps for system recovery. Home >> Browse Vulnerability Assessment Database >> Mandrake Local Security Checks >> MDKSA-2001:075: sendmail Vulnerability Assessment Details
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MDKSA-2001:075: sendmail |
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Check for the version of the sendmail package Detailed Explanation for this Vulnerability Assessment The remote host is missing the patch for the advisory MDKSA-2001:075 (sendmail). An input validation error exists in sendmail that may permit local users to write arbitrary data to process memory. This could possibly permit the execute of code or commands with elevated rights and may also permit a local attacker to gain access to the root account. Solution : http://wwwnew.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2001:075 Network Security Threat Level: High Networks Security ID: Vulnerability Assessment Copyright: This script is Copyright (C) 2004 Tenable Network Security |
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