CVE-2007-4607

Buffer overflow in the EasyMailSMTPObj ActiveX control in emsmtp.dll 6.0.1 in the Quiksoft EasyMail SMTP Object, as used in Postcast Server Pro 3.0.61 and…

published August 31, 2007

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High probability of exploitation

NVD has not assigned a CVSS score to this record. It sits in the 99.1th percentile for exploit probability.

CVSS
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EPSS
56%
Percentile
99.1
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A sneaky buffer overflow in EasyMailSMTPObj could let attackers execute far more than intended! Just one long argument to the SubmitToExpress method might be their golden ticket. 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant that only checks the first few items on an order. If a customer sneaks in a way-too-large order, they might end up with a dish the chef never intended to prepare! If exploited, this vulnerability allows attackers to run arbitrary code, potentially hijacking the system and doing anything they want — from stealing sensitive data to making your system behave in unexpected ways. Imagine the chaos! 😱

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant that only checks the first few items on an order. If a customer sneaks in a way-too-large order, they might end up with a dish the chef never intended to prepare! This buffer overflow occurs in the EasyMailSMTPObj ActiveX control within emsmtp.dll version 6.0.1, which processes overly long arguments to the SubmitToExpress method without proper checks.

What to do

If exploited, this vulnerability allows attackers to run arbitrary code, potentially hijacking the system and doing anything they want — from stealing sensitive data to making your system behave in unexpected ways. Imagine the chaos! 😱 To secure your systems, upgrade to version 6.0.3.15 or later of the EasyMail SMTP Object. If you’re using Postcast Server Pro or similar products, ensure they are also updated to eliminate this risk. Don't let outdated software leave you exposed! You've got this! By taking these steps, you're one giant leap closer to securing your systems! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.56379 · 99.1th percentile
Published
2007-08-31T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 31 AUG 00:00Z
    Buffer overflow in the EasyMailSMTPObj ActiveX control in emsmtp.dll 6.0.1 in the Quiksoft EasyMail SMTP Object, as used in Postcast Server Pro 3.0.61 and…
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