657.txt

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Rule:

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Sid:
657

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Summary:
This event is generated when an external user sends a HELP command with specific syntax to an internal SMTP server, which may indicate an attempt to exploit a buffer overflow vulnerability in NetManage Chameleon SMTP server. 

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Impact:
Severe. Remote execution of arbitrary code, leading to remote root compromise. 

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Detailed Information:
NetManage Chameleon SMTP server contains a buffer overflow vulnerability in the HELP command. If the HELP command is used with an argument longer than 514 characters, a buffer overflow condition occurs, allowing the execution of arbitrary code.

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Affected Systems:
Systems running NetManage Chameleon Unix 97 or NetManage Chameleon 4.5.

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Attack Scenarios:
An attacker sends an overly long string to a vulnerable NetManage Chameleon SMTP server in the HELP command. This causes a buffer overflow condition, allowing the attacker to execute arbitrary code on the server and obtain root privileges on the mail server.

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Ease of Attack:
Simple.

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alse Positives:
None known.

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False Negatives:
None known.

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Corrective Action:
Upgrade to the latest version of NetManage Chameleon SMTP server.

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Contributors:
Original rule writer unknown
Modified by Brian Caswell <[e-mail]>
Sourcefire Research Team
Sourcefire Technical Publications Team
Jen Harvey <[e-mail]>

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