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Family: Gentoo Local Security Checks --> Category: infos
[GLSA-200408-06] SpamAssassin: Denial of Service vulnerability Vulnerability Scan
Vulnerability Scan Summary
SpamAssassin: Denial of Service vulnerability
Detailed Explanation for this Vulnerability Test
The remote host is affected by the vulnerability described in GLSA-200408-06
(SpamAssassin: Denial of Service vulnerability)
SpamAssassin contains an unspecified Denial of Service vulnerability.
Impact
By sending a specially crafted message a possible hacker could cause a Denial of
Service attack against the SpamAssassin service.
Workaround
There is no known workaround at this time. All users are encouraged to
upgrade to the latest available version of SpamAssassin.
References:
http://marc.theaimsgroup.com/?l=spamassassin-announce&m=109168121628767&w=2
Solution:
All SpamAssassin users should upgrade to the latest version:
# emerge sync
# emerge -pv ">=mail-filter/spamassassin-2.64"
# emerge ">=mail-filter/spamassassin-2.64"
Threat Level: Medium
Click HERE for more information and discussions on this network vulnerability scan.
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