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MDaemon imap server DoS(2)

Vulnerability Assessment Summary
Crashes the remote imap server

Detailed Explanation for this Vulnerability Assessment

The remote host is running the MDaemon IMAP server.

It is possible to crash the remote version of this software by by sending
a too long argument to the 'SELECT' or 'EXAMINE' commands.

This problem permits a possible hacker to make the remote service crash, thus
preventing legitimate users from receiving e-mails.

Solution : Upgrade to newest version of this software
Network Security Threat Level: High

Networks Security ID: 2508

Vulnerability Assessment Copyright: This script is Copyright (C) 2004 David Maciejak

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