HIGH · 10.0

CVE-1999-1512

The AMaViS virus scanner 0.2.0-pre4 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands as root via an infected mail message with shell metacharacters in the reply-to field.

Vulnerability Description

The AMaViS virus scanner 0.2.0-pre4 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands as root via an infected mail message with shell metacharacters in the reply-to field.

CVSS Score

10.0

HIGH

AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Confidentiality
COMPLETE
Integrity
COMPLETE
Availability
COMPLETE

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
AmavisVirus Scanner<= 0.2_pre4

References

FAQ

What is CVE-1999-1512?

CVE-1999-1512 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 10.0 (HIGH). The AMaViS virus scanner 0.2.0-pre4 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands as root via an infected mail message with shell metacharacters in the reply-to field.

How severe is CVE-1999-1512?

CVE-1999-1512 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 10.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-1999-1512?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Amavis Virus Scanner.