Title: MAILsweeper for SMTP/Exchange Invalid Character Set Scan Bypass
Info
Disclosure
Jun 21, 2006
Discovery
Unknown
Dates
Exploit
Unknown
Solution
Unknown
Description
MAILsweeper for SMTP/Exchange contains a flaw that may allow a malicious user to bypass text analysis. The issue is triggered when handling of messages that specify a non-existent character set. It is possible that the flaw may allow filter bypassing resulting in a loss of integrity.
Classification
Location:
Remote / Network Access
Attack Type:
Attack Type Unknown
Impact:
Loss of Integrity
Exploit:
Exploit Unknown
Disclosure:
Vendor Verified
OSVDB:
Web Related
Solution
Upgrade to version 4.3.20 or higher, as it has been reported to fix this vulnerability. An upgrade is required as there are no known workarounds.