CVE Catalog

CVE-2001-0024

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

The simplestmail.cgi CGI program by Leif Wright allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in the MyEmail parameter.

Risk Assessment

Exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to full system compromise, posing a serious security threat to the organization.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update the simplestmail.cgi program to the latest version and implement input validation to block shell metacharacters.

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Original NVD description (English source)

simplestmail.cgi CGI program by Leif Wright allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in the MyEmail parameter.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS