CVE-2000-0091: Buffer overflow in vchkpw/vpopmail POP authentication package allows remote attackers to gain root privileges via a long

Published n/a Updated 2026-08-21T04:30:55.198Z

Summary

Buffer overflow in vchkpw/vpopmail POP authentication package allows remote attackers to gain root privileges via a long username or password.

Severity

UNKNOWN

Source Attribution

Source: NVD · Updated: 2026-08-21T04:30:55.198Z · Confidence: high

Impact

Based on CVSS vector: n/a — assess confidentiality, integrity, and availability impact via the official vector documentation.

Affected Software

Fix

Upgrade affected software to the fixed version identified above. Apply vendor patches and monitor advisories before exposed systems go unpatched.

References