# CVE-2001-0691: Buffer overflows in Washington University imapd 2000a through 2000c could allow local users without shell access to execute code as themselv

- Severity: no CVSS score reported
- Known exploited (CISA KEV): no
- Published: 2001-08-29 · Updated: 2024-08-08

## Affected

- n/a: version range not reported

## Description

Buffer overflows in Washington University imapd 2000a through 2000c could allow local users without shell access to execute code as themselves in certain configurations.

## What to do

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## References

- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/6269.php
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/2856
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2001-094.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/advisories/3352

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