Vulnerability Description
Exim 3.22 and earlier, in some configurations, does not properly verify the local part of an address when redirecting the address to a pipe, which could allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| University Of Cambridge | Exim | <= 3.22 |
| Redhat | Linux | All versions |
References
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=100877978506387&w=2
- http://www.debian.org/security/2002/dsa-097
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/283723US Government Resource
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2001-176.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/3728
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/7738
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=100877978506387&w=2
- http://www.debian.org/security/2002/dsa-097
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/283723US Government Resource
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2001-176.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/3728
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/7738
FAQ
What is CVE-2001-0889?
CVE-2001-0889 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Exim 3.22 and earlier, in some configurations, does not properly verify the local part of an address when redirecting the address to a pipe, which could allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary com...
How severe is CVE-2001-0889?
CVE-2001-0889 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2001-0889?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: University Of Cambridge Exim, Redhat Linux.