Vulnerability Description
mailnews.cgi 1.3 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via a user name that contains shell metacharacters.
CVSS Score
10.0
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mailnews.Cgi | Mailnews.Cgi | <= 1.3 |
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2001-02/0347.htmlExploitVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/2391
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2001-02/0347.htmlExploitVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/2391
FAQ
What is CVE-2001-0271?
CVE-2001-0271 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 10.0 (HIGH). mailnews.cgi 1.3 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via a user name that contains shell metacharacters.
How severe is CVE-2001-0271?
CVE-2001-0271 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-2001-0271?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Mailnews.Cgi Mailnews.Cgi.