CVE-2001-0690
HighSummary
CVE-2001-0690 describes a format string vulnerability in Exim that allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via format strings in SMTP mail headers.
Risk Assessment
Organizations may be exposed to remote code execution, potentially leading to system compromise and data leakage.
Recommendation
It is recommended to update Exim to the latest version to mitigate this vulnerability and to monitor systems for unauthorized activities.
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Original NVD description (English source)
Format string vulnerability in exim (3.22-10 in Red Hat, 3.12 in Debian and 3.16 in Conectiva) in batched SMTP mode allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via format strings in SMTP mail headers.
Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS

