CVE-2000-0447 describes a buffer overflow vulnerability in Network Associates WebShield SMTP version 4.5.44. This flaw allows unauthenticated remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands by sending a crafted, excessively long configuration parameter to the WebShield remote management service. With a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH), this vulnerability presents a significant risk due to its network-based attack vector and potential for complete compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Despite its age and high severity, there is no evidence of active exploitation, public exploit code (Metasploit, Nuclei, ExploitDB), or significant community discussion or media coverage.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
4.5.44CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:network_associates:webshield:4.5.44:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 2.0
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
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