CVE-2005-1824 describes an SQL injection vulnerability in the sql_escape_string function of the mailutils SQL authentication module. This flaw, caused by improper handling of the backslash character, allows unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands. With a CVSS score of 7.5, it poses a significant risk of data compromise, integrity issues, and service disruption. While no public exploits or active exploitation have been observed, and community discussion is minimal, the vulnerability remains a potential threat.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
1.0.6.1.1CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:gnu:mailutils:1.0.6.1.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 2.0
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
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