high7.2Public exploit code
CVE-1999-0971
Buffer overflow in Exim allows local users to gain root privileges via a long :include: option in a .forward file.
Public exploit code
Working exploit or proof of concept code has been published for this vulnerability. Treat unpatched systems as at risk.
- Exim Buffer 1.6.2/1.6.51 - Local Overflow1997-07-21 · local · unix · Verified
Impact
Buffer overflow in Exim allows local users to gain root privileges via a long :include: option in a .forward file.
Affected products
| Vendor | Product | Affected versions |
|---|---|---|
| University Of Cambridge | Exim | through 1.62 |