S-nail.Mail-Privsep.Directory.Traversal

Description

This indicates an attack attempt to exploit a Directory Traversal vulnerability in S-nail (S-mailx).
The vulnerability is caused by an improper validation of user supplied data when the vulnerable application handles a maliciously crafted request. An attacker can exploit this to elevate their privileges in the context of the vulnerable application via a crafted request.

Affected Products

S-nail (S-mailx) prior to 14.8.16

Impact

Privilege Escalation: Remote attackers can leverage their privilege on the vulnerable systems

Recommended Actions

Apply the most recent upgrade or patch

References